Caster

Job specification

Main tasks

Preparation:

Checking the casting machine for functionality and proper condition, preparing for the assembly of casting molds - molds

Assembling, disassembling, and adjusting casting molds - molds, heating, blasting, and spraying molds with insulating and lubricating agents

Testing the functionality of the installed mold and other tools

Preparing the metal riser system

Checking casting parameters

Operation:

Casting wheels according to specified casting data and instructions from the shift supervisor and shift manager

Checking cast wheels according to work instructions and quality regulations

Removing foundry flash from castings if necessary

Marking cast wheels with the required data

Maintenance and intermediate maintenance of molds on casting machines and tools used

Replacing and adjusting molds, repairing the metal riser system

Manual transport of castings to the cooling tank and X-ray inspection as needed

Accurate completion of work instructions

Cleaning and maintenance of casting machines and low-pressure furnaces

Emptying, cleaning, or filling low-pressure furnaces as needed

Cleaning the workplace during and at the end of the shift

The employee must comply with safety regulations and work procedures, always use the assigned personal protective equipment, and perform all activities in accordance with the occupational safety policy according to ISO 45001.

In the event of any irregularities, malfunctions, or deviations during operation, inform the shift supervisor, foundry management, production management, and quality department.

Responsibilities:

The foundry worker is jointly responsible for the quantity and quality of the wheels they produce.

They are responsible for the proper documentation of production for both the manufacturing process and payroll calculations.

They are responsible for order and cleanliness in the workplace and compliance with occupational safety regulations.

Waste sorting and maintaining order at collection points in accordance with applicable standards

Compliance with environmental protection principles in accordance with ISO 14001, in particular rules for the handling of waste, chemicals, and wastewater, and the reduction of air pollution

Other tasks

In addition to the above tasks, the employee in this position is also required to perform other individual tasks related to their job classification or necessary for operational reasons, as assigned by their supervisor.

Candidate Requirement

Experience in a manufacturing environment, foundry operations, experience in the automotive industry is an advantage. Operation of casting machines.

Professional knowledge Creation of statistical reports, MS Office, Outlook, PC skills. Knowledge of Excel, ability to upload files and photos. Experience in writing emails.

Experience with measuring with a sliding gauge and other measuring tools.

Experience with forklifts

Manual dexterity

Physical fitness

Minimum height 165 cm

Language skills

English B1/B2, technical English

Personal qualities (e.g., ability to work in a team, flexibility, openness)

Loyalty, not changing jobs frequently

Experience with managing people and motivating teams

Experience with assigning and checking tasks

Ability to integrate into a team and build relationships

Mental and physical resilience to manual and monotonous/routine work