Metal Melter / Utility

Krueger Bearings, Inc
$18.00 and up BOE
flexible benefit account, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
8811 W Dean Rd (Show on map)
Jan 16, 2025
Krueger Bearings is a Family-owned company in business for over 50 years. We are a leader in providing contract machining and custom machined parts. Hours: 1 ^st shift (7 am - 3 pm) Overtime is available based on customer demands. Essential responsibilities: This position is responsible for pouring molten metal (babbitt) inside of a metal cylinder while the cylinder is rotating in a centrifugal casting machine. Cleans working material by dipping into cleaning solutions prior to casting. Positions work piece on spinning plates. Heats work piece prior to pouring molten babbitt. Transfers molten Babbitt from pot to job with hand ladle. Pours sufficient metal into work piece to fulfill job requirements. Maintains proper temperature in Babbitt pots to ensure proper pouring qualities Must be able to maintain accurate records. Counts, weights and records number of units of materials used, keeps purchasing aware of stock levels. Ability to withstand a hot environment, but not as hot as a foundry. Ability to work on own Work accordance with established safety procedures, including following required safety PPE. Responsible for keeping room and equipment clean What we are looking for: The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude Die casting / foundry background is desired, but not required Good communication skills both written and verbal Excellent attendance record Willing to learn more areas of our production including machining when babbitting is not needed. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. Must be able to do basic math Must be able to read tape measure and ruler. Caliper is a plus. Must be able to complete paperwork documenting all aspects of metal pour for customers. High School Diploma or GED required. What do we offer? We are a family owned company who believes in our employees. We treat our employees with respect and value. We provide competitive wages, a full benefit package - medical, dental and vision, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) plan with employer match, Employee Assistance Program, and MORE!