Benchman

We are currently looking to add a Benchman – Mold/Hand Finisher to our team.

Since 1939, Diversified Mold & Castings has been dedicated to their customers by producing high quality aluminum castings and tooling. We cast many different types of metal including Aluminum in both Plaster and Sand Molds, additionally offering many different tooling methods.

**Job Summary:**Shape and smooth metal surfaces to finish molds using both power and hand tools per customer specifications. Prepare molds or castings which includes but is not limited to: removing parts, polishing foundry surface to specifications, and hand fitting parting lines and removing any mismatch. Below is a minimal representation of what is expected of a Benchman.

Job Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cut, grind, polish, and fit per customer specifications and or industry standards
• Remove parts necessary to pour castings including gates, runners, risers, etc.
• Polish foundry surface to customer specifications
• Hand fit parting lines on molds and remove any mismatch
• Visually be able to inspect parts and determine issues and defects
• Correct any defects as permissible according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches
• Report defects or issues to Department Lead or Plant Supervisor
• Work with other departments to notify of processes that did not turn out correctly and to stop any future jobs from being affected
• Follow oral and written instructions and/or direction given by supervisors to complete assigned work projects
• Ability to proactively troubleshoot problems
• Use grinders, polishers, sawzall, circular saws, cut off wheels, and miscellaneous industry tools including hand tools
• Work as a team within department and with other departments and Leads
• Willingness to learn and grow in this department
• Ensure work area is clean and safe
• Attention to detail a must
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Other duties may be assigned as needed, this is not a complete list

Requirements:

• 1-3 years experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated consistency in job responsibility and attendance a must

Additional experience helpful:

• Auto body or Finishing experience
• Ability to TIG weld castings (aluminum, steel, stainless)

Work Environment:

Typical manufacturing environment including loud noise levels, heat and dirt; steel-toed shoes and safety glasses are a must

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, sit, and bend for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50-75lbs
• Physical capability to properly handle tooling and safely set up large pieces

Benefits:

After 90 days, Medical, Dental, Vision, and company paid holidays.

After 1 year, Life insurance and PTO.

Apply by resume only. No phone calls or walk-ins.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person