Careers
Thank you for your interest in a career at Sure Cast, an essential operating company that works together with many others under the parent company, Nordstern Group. Together through our vertical integration and collective experience, we are driven by a commitment to build on best practices, designing and creating the machines so many other businesses need.
Maintenance Technician
Location: Blaine, MN
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Entry Level
Sure Cast Aluminum Foundry, a rapidly expanding company in the manufacturing sector is looking for a motivated individual who will work independently to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. They will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company.
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in Blaine, Minnesota.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions of equipment
- Repair or replace defective machinery parts
- Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
- Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments
- Clearly communicate with peers and other departments to ensure that priority jobs are completed on time
- Respond promptly and appropriately to plant emergency and breakdown situations
- Be able to weld aluminum parts or have the ability/desire to learn
- Assist with implementation and execution of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles
- Handle purchasing of needed parts, equipment, tools in conjunction with the Production Manager
Requirements:
- Must have a good understanding of fluid mechanics (hydraulics and pneumatics), and all of the components involved in these processes such as valves, cylinders, pumps and compressors
- Must have some knowledge on melting furnaces (gas and electric), heat treat ovens and aging ovens, or the ability to learn
- Basic electrical skills are a must
- Previous experience with automatic green sand distribution systems and automatic molding machines is a plus
- Must be able to work OT, Nights and Weekends if needed.
- Regular shift is M-TH, 5 am to 3:30 pm
Our Staff enjoy many benefits including:
- Competitive salary (depending on experience)
- Benefits package including H.S.A. and 401K
- Vacation time
- Comprehensive training program
- $2000 signing bonus
Manufacturer - Production Worker
Location: Blaine, MN
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Sure Cast Aluminum Foundry is a member of Nordstern Group, a vertically integrated group of operating companies that work together to manufacture the parts on which our world runs. Our company values a team member who collaborates and communicates, who’s dedicated to finding solutions when they’re not readily apparent, who is able to work and create with their hands, who always strives to improve.
We are looking for a Caster/Finisher to join our manufacturing team in Blaine, Minnesota.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Build castings which may include molding, pouring and grinding according to the production schedule and standards.
- Complete Total Productive Maintenance as scheduled or assigned.
- Work with other Cell Technicians, Cell Leaders, and supports to drive continuous improvement in the cell.
- Work as a team with other Cell Technicians and Cell Leaders to complete work tasks and meet key performance indicators (KPI) targets and delivery commitments.
- Complete assigned 5S duties to ensure the cleanliness, availability of tools and organization of the cell.
- Participate in huddles.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- The ability to follow procedures and willingness to learn new skills.
- Proficiency in the use of measuring instruments.
- Physically capable to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Excellent communication (verbal & written) English skills.
- Strong sense of teamwork within groups and across organization.
- Must be flexible with working overtime.
- Previous exposure to a lean environment is an asset.
Our Staff enjoy many benefits including:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive training program
- Top-level benefit package
- 401K
- HSA
- $2000 signing bonus
If you are interested in any of the job listings listed above, please submit your application by filling out the form below.
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