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Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies. Durex Industries has over 40 years’ expertise in the thermal control business. A trusted custom thermal solutions supplier and engineering design partner for customers across a range of industry sectors, it also offers engineering, manufacturing, testing and laboratory and quality assurance services. Durex serves businesses in sectors including process industries, life sciences, plastics processing, food and packaging, aerospace, defense, and security. Its innovative bespoke solutions – such as retrofitting heating elements to prevent outdoor beverage dispensers from failing in low temperatures and custom-made circulation heaters to heat fuel in large ship engines. Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world! The Role As the Caster, you will join our Durex Industries and support…As the Caster, Foundry Worker, you will join our Durex Industries team and support with preparing molds, handling aluminum, and maintaining equipment to produce high-quality castings. This position requires a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while ensuring that safety and quality standards are consistently met. Your Responsibilities Prepare and preheat permanent and sand molds to ensure optimal casting conditions. Prepare elements before installation on molds. Install elements onto molds for casting. Pack sand around patterns to create molds and prepare them for casting. Monitor the temperature of heating units, gauges, and furnace flames to ensure that metal is melted to meet project specifications. Melt metals to the required temperatures and add necessary alloys to achieve specific casting properties P our aluminum into molds, ensuring consistency and precision. Spray and/or pour permanent molds as per instructions. Cut risers and gates as needed for proper casting flow. Clean, fill, and maintain the melting furnace to ensure smooth operation. Assess and inspect molds to ensure they are free from defects, ensuring high-quality castings. Conduct quality tests on components during the casting process to ensure finished products meet required standards, while identifying and correcting any defects in the casting process. Move materials and supplies within and out of the foundry to support the production process and maintain workflow efficiency. Keep detailed records of materials used, including sand, alloys, and metals. Use hand tools such as hammers, saws, and chisels for shaping, cutting, and finishing metal components. Maintain, operate, and clean equipment such as furnaces, casting molds, and strip‑out machines, while ensuring a clean and organized work station on a daily basis. Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to established safety policies and procedures. May be assigned additional tasks as needed. Requirements Preferred at least one year of manufacturing experience as a Caster/Foundry Worker or in a related role, with relevant training or experience. High school diploma or GED preferred. Ability to read and interpret scales, rulers, blueprints, and work orders accurately. Proficiency in using hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, hammers, chisels, and measuring equipment like rulers. Experience reading and understanding digital thermometers for temperature monitoring. Skilled in safely operating and maintaining machinery and foundry equipment. Strong commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining high-quality standards in all tasks. Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain consistent productivity. Able to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating with team members and supervisors. Forklift operation experience is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors. Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, both now and in the future. Pay Range $17.51 - $20.00 At Durex Industries, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment. Durex Industries is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Durex Industries

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