Job Description

Function Summary

Help Prepare Quality Castings for Production

As a Casting Finisher, you'll play an important role in preparing cast products for the next stage of production. This hands-on position focuses on grinding, cleaning, finishing, and staging castings while supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

We're looking for someone who enjoys physical, hands-on work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and is committed to safety in a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

Prepare & Finish Castings

• Follow direction provided by the Floor Supervisor or designee.
• Prepare products for processing by grinding and cleaning castings according to established instructions.
• Remove castings from molds and shake out excess material from mold castings.
• Utilize burning torches and air arc equipment to reduce material to the appropriate size.
• Operate Roto Blast equipment to remove debris from products while wearing required personal protective equipment.

Move Materials & Support Production

• Operate material handling equipment to move products to appropriate processing areas.
• Stage finished products and remove material from staging areas as needed.
• Remove unwanted materials from work areas and transport them to designated disposal locations.
• Maintain and record process-related data and documentation.

Support Lean Manufacturing & Workplace Organization

• Participate in 5S and Lean Manufacturing initiatives as assigned.
• Help maintain an organized and efficient work environment.
• Follow established procedures to ensure quality and consistency throughout the finishing process.

Promote Safety & Teamwork

• Maintain a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with coworkers, management, customers, and others.
• Represent McLanahan Corporation positively while supporting the company's core values.
• Be available to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.
• Work safely in a high-temperature manufacturing environment.

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Prior experience working in a Lean or ISO environment.
• Strong math and analytical skills.

Skills & Qualifications

• Computer literacy, primarily for attendance and job tracking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Ability to work successfully in an environment requiring flexibility, initiative, and independent decision-making.

Physical Requirements

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and requires sitting and standing for extended periods. The role requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, lift, carry, move, and maneuver materials as assigned. Employees must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and may be required to travel domestically.

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed based on business needs and management direction. Responsibilities and requirements may change at any time.