Summary Description:

Responsible for operating the core machine to make quality cores to form holes, voids, and hollows in aluminum castings according to specifications on operational method sheets.

Essential Functions:

• Inspect equipment prior to running. All defects are to be reported to the department leader immediately. 
• Inspects core boxes for nicks, dents and other damage prior to putting on machine to begin making cores. 
• Notifies Leader of any of the above defects prior to putting on the machine to begin making cores.
• Make sure you are using the correct sand for the cores you are making.
• Ignite burners on core machine to obtain desired temperature per shop card.
• Properly mount core boxes onto core machine.
• Reads and follows the instructions on the shop card for producing quality cores.
• Enter program into core machine for proper run time.
• Start each automatic cycle; when the cycle is complete the machine operator will remove the cores and place them on the belt to be cleaned and placed in basket.
• Monitor each cycle and inspect the cores as they are made, making any adjustments that are necessary. If changes are made, reports these changes to the leader to have the shop card updated.
• Report any undue conditions to the department leader.
• Cleans vent holes in core box as necessary.
• Maintains accurate count on cores made during production run and enters into the Odyssey system when job is complete.
• Properly punch on and off of correct shop orders in the Odyssey system.
• When job is completed, removes the core box, replaces it with a new core box and repeats the above operations.
• Assists maintenance during breakdowns.
• Performs general housekeeping as needed.
• Communicates effectively with department leader. 
• Carries out all duties and responsibilities in full accordance with the Company’s policy’s and procedures.
• Perform any and all other job related tasks as assigned.

Skills or Experience Required:

High School degree or equivalent. Prior Experience helpful but not required.

Other Position Demands or Requirements:

Knowledge of or the ability to learn core defects and proper operation and maintenance of core machine.  

Must be able to use the following machines, tools, equipment and/or work aids:

Cranes, hand tools, automated core machines and air hose