Machine Operator - Foundry

With locations in Pittsburgh PA and Kutztown PA, McConway and Torley, LLC has been in continuous operations since 1869, the same year the first US transcontinental railroad was completed.  McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable, and economical supply of high-quality coupler products.  As the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have led to a product line that includes every ARR approved coupler as well as custom coupler solutions, which are all proudly cast in the US.

McConway & Torley is currently searching for a Machine Operator - Foundry for our third shift. As a Machine Operator, you’ll set up and operate machines, adjust for materials used, verify dimensional requirements, and transfer materials to storage areas. This specialist works with unconventional materials, which requires specialized skills.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Shift: Must be able to work any shift - will be steady after training

 What you’ll do:

• Learns Visual Control Boards
• Learns how to load drill programs
• Learn to communicate with Maintenance on KW
• Learns production logs and documentation
• Learns basic operation of KW controls
• Learns basic operation of sand controls
• Learns to manually jog KW components
• Learns how to match tickets to patterns
• Learns to adjust sand levels
• Learns how to perform visual inspections- vents, pattern breakages, serial # and sand stickers
• Places sleeves per standard work
• Learns to clean patterns
• Learns how-to put-on patterns properly
• Learns to radio communicate with melt, work lead and supervisor
• Learns how to perform against documented standard work
• Learns autonomous maintenance
• Engaged and motivated to meet commitments on work product
• Learns and uses correct PPE based on hazard assessment
• Inspect all PPE at end of each shift
• Inspect all tool and equipment at the beginning of each shift
• Situational safety awareness of surroundings and other personnel
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area per 5S standards
• Follows all corporate policies and procedures
• Utilizes manufacturing’s best practice

What you’ll need:

• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
• Must be able to follow a strict safety program
• Must have the ability to function and communicate in a team setting
• Must be attentive to detail
• Must be punctual, predictable, and have regular attendance
• Must be able to stand for long durations
• Must be tolerant to extreme temperatures
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a good attitude and be adaptable to changes

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program