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Metal Casting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Finishing Operator 2nd Shift

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Metal Technologies is a premier metal casting company that uses modern technology and a highly productive workforce to produce the best quality product. Since 1997, we have been a privately held ...

General Labor 2nd & 3rd Shift

Auburn, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Metal Technologies is a premier metal casting company that uses modern technology and a highly productive workforce to produce the best quality product. Since 1997, we have been a privately held ...

For decades, we've been manufacturing high-quality metal castings, serving over 55 different industries. Our skilled team takes pride in hands-on workmanship, state-of-the-art equipment, and an ...

For decades, we've been manufacturing high-quality metal castings, serving over 55 different industries. Our skilled team takes pride in hands-on workmanship, state-of-the-art equipment, and an ...

For decades, we've been manufacturing high-quality metal castings, serving over 55 different industries. Our skilled team takes pride in hands-on workmanship, state-of-the-art equipment, and an ...

Minimum one (1) year experience in a foundry/metal casting/machining environment AND/OR providing quality oversight at a foundry/machine shop * Eaton will not consider applicants for employment ...

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How much do metal casting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for metal casting in the United States is $22.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is metal casting?

A Metal Casting job involves creating metal parts by pouring molten metal into molds, allowing it to cool and solidify into the desired shape. Workers in this field operate furnaces, prepare molds, and monitor the casting process to ensure quality and precision. They may work with various metals such as iron, aluminum, and steel, depending on the industry. Safety procedures are crucial due to the high temperatures and molten materials involved. Metal casting is widely used in manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace industries to produce complex components.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in metal casting?

A typical day in Metal Casting involves preparing and setting up molds, operating furnaces to melt and pour metals, monitoring the cooling and solidification processes, and inspecting finished castings for quality. Employees often work alongside skilled machinists, quality control staff, and engineers to ensure all products meet precise specifications and safety standards. Metal Casters are also responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues and maintaining a clean, safe work area. This hands-on role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with team members throughout the manufacturing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in metal casting, and why are they important?

To excel in Metal Casting, you need strong knowledge of metallurgy, mold design, and casting techniques, usually supported by relevant technical training or certification. Familiarity with industrial furnaces, CNC machinery, and quality control systems is important for precise and efficient production. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are key soft skills in this field. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensuring the safe, high-quality fabrication of metal components in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

What can you make with metal casting?

Metal casting jobs involve creating a wide range of objects such as automotive parts, sculptures, jewelry, machinery components, and tools. The process requires skills in mold making, melting, and pouring metals like aluminum, bronze, or steel, often using specialized equipment and safety protocols.
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Finishing Operator 2nd Shift

Metal Technologies

Hillsdale, MI • On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

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Job description

Who We Are:
Metal Technologies is a premier metal casting company that uses modern technology and a highly productive workforce to produce the best quality product. Since 1997, we have been a privately held, family-owned company. Metal Technologies produces high quality gray iron, ductile iron, austempered ductile and value-added machining for a variety of industries. Each foundry has unique processes and capabilities that complement specific product families and specifications. As a growing company, Metal Technologies offers a wide range of challenging and exciting career opportunities. If you are looking for a progressive company that promotes and rewards individual achievement, consider applying for a position with us.
MTI is committed to building and maintaining a culture of excellence through an adherence to our values:
  • Faith.We honor God in everything we do.
  • Family. We are family.
  • Spirit.We can do this.
  • Grit.We enjoy getting our hands dirty.
  • Vision.We create opportunity.
  • Rigor.We focus on process.

We offer a diverse and inclusive variety of benefits. At MTI we believe that taking care of our employees means to ensure that they can live healthy balanced lives which results in better work performance
Finishing Operator 2nd shift!
Monday-Friday
3:00pm-1:00am
This position is responsible for the processing and inspection of castings to insure they meet or exceed our customer requirements.
Essential Functions:
  • Inspects castings for defects per work instructions including external defects, excessive core fin or flash, burn-in sand, high ingate, etc.
  • Operates grinders (i.e. hand and pedestal) in a safe manner by inspecting grinder for proper adjustment, cracks or chips in the wheel and overall working condition. The operator will report any problems to the facilitator.
  • Places finished parts in designated shipping containers for shipment as specified by work instructions.
  • Transfers containers and other material using a forklift as needed within compliance of relevant work instructions.
  • When assigned to operate a forklift must complete daily inspection checklists as required.
  • Operates weigh scale as needed.
  • Operate shakeout including separating gates, risers, and castings.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
  • May be assigned other duties as needed.

Experience Required
  • Machining experience with milling and turning experience preferred
  • Previous knowledge of foundry practices, principles, equipment, etc. preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of machining processes preferred

Education, Training & Skills
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED preferred
  • Basic math and blueprint reading experience preferred
    • Adding, dividing, averages, etc. and ability to plot data points. Using charts to convert decimals and fractions. Print reading a benefit but not required.
  • Basic knowledge of Quality Systems, such as ISO-9001 Preferred

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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