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We currently have an opportunity for a Caster Operator at our Manufacturing Plant in Hot Springs, AR.

ROTATING SHIFT HOURS - NIGHTS AND DAYS
(12 Hour Shift)

The Castor Operator operates continuous casters, furnaces, and auxiliary equipment to produce continuous cast coiled aluminum strip that meets established quality and production requirements. Controls casting conditions, monitors metal and equipment parameters, verifies material characteristics, and responds to operating conditions to support safe, consistent production. Works with assigned crew during equipment changes and supports material handling, equipment maintenance, production documentation, and housekeeping. Exercises independent judgment within established operating requirements and contributes directly to production quality, equipment reliability, and operational performance.

You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

Casting Operations

• Directs and assists in setting up casters, trough and tips in preparation for casting.
• Verifies temperature and alloy of metal in furnaces.
• Take samples as required.
• During operation, monitors grain refiner and degassing filter operation, controls temperature of metal and cooling water, metal and water level and release agent solution.
• Operates coil sheer and rewind.
• Checks quality of sheet visually and with measuring tools.
• Direct and work with assigned crew in changing caster rolls.
• Assists with changing of spray heads on casters.

Production and Material Handling

• Bands as-cast coils.
• Occasionally moves as-cast coils as needed.
• Uses material handling equipment such as floor-controlled cranes and coil carts, as necessary, in conjunction with assigned duties.

Equipment and Work Area

• Cuts gasket material as necessary.
• Checks, records and fills hydraulic levels at casters.
• Checks and fills oilers at caster, mandrel, main hydraulic set and sprayers.
• Maintains equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Production Records and Operating Information

• Keeps required production records.
• Enters operating data into computer and utilizes display screen information to perform operation.

Materials Used, Processed and Handled

• Molten aluminum
• Grain refiners
• Filter materials
• Ceramic materials
• Tip molds
• Floats
• Downspouts
• Release agent solution
• Dross
• Gasket material

Tools and Equipment Used

• Continuous casters and auxiliary equipment such as holding furnaces, degassing filters, grain feeders, floor crane, coil sheer, coil rewind
• Measuring devices such as micrometers and tape measures
• Hand tools such as air wrenches, pliers, skimming tools, hammers, gas sample tester, screw drivers

You Will Love It Here If…

• You put safety first, always
• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Takes timely action to maintain production performance, address operating conditions, and support equipment readiness.
• Collaborates – Works effectively with assigned crew members to complete casting operations and equipment changes.
• Communicates Effectively – Shares operating, quality, and production information clearly to support safe and consistent operations.
• Ensures Accountability – Maintains required production records and follows established operating requirements for equipment and product quality.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Monitors operating conditions and equipment performance to support efficient, consistent casting operations.
• Drives Results – Maintains focus on production, quality, equipment readiness, and work area standards to achieve required operating outcomes.  
  

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