Production Operative Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Do you want to learn a new skill or develop a skill you already have? Do you want to help us continue turning metals into motion?
At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for candidates to join our team in Oxford, AL!
We have multiple positions available at this site. Please apply if you are interested in the below roles.
Employees start on a training salary for 2-3 months, then increase to a level 1, see below for specifics.
Large Press Operator - Training - $17.59/Level 1 - $18.18
Mold Prep - Training - $18.20/Level 1 - $19.05
Pre Finisher - Training - $17.59/Level 1 - $18.18
Metal Finisher - Training - $16.59/Level 1 - $17.11
Wax Operator - Training - $16.59/Level 1 - $17.11
Why join us?
Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there's a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?
As a leading international manufacturer of specialist superalloys and high-performance alloy components, we provide critical solutions to some of the world's most demanding industries, including aerospace, Industrial Gas Turbines, automotive, medical, and other specialist sectors.
With a heritage spanning nearly 250 years, we've built a global reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and engineering that performs where it matters most. Today, we operate across 20 sites worldwide, employing almost 3,000 professionals. This includes engineers and production teams to HR, marketing, and other support functions, who are united by a shared sense of purpose.
At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger.
Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, teamwork, and integrity.
What we can offer you:

• An interesting and varied field to work in

• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities

• PTO

• Competitive 401K

• Competitive medical insurance

The Roles
Large Press Operator - As a Large Press Operator your responsibilities will include assembling wax pattern parts, operating and maintaining injection mold dies and machines, following detailed work instructions, keeping accurate process flow records and ensuring precise calibration of injection mold press equipment. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with specialized equipment, we would love to hear from you!
Mold Prep - As a Mold Prep your responsibilities will include applying K-wool to ceramic trees and molds in preparation or molten metal pouring, this critical step is performed in strict accordance with Engineering and Customer specifications, as well as all safety guidelines!
Pre Finisher - As a Pre Finisher you will be responsible for cleaning metal parts to remove foreign particles and use grinders and saws to shape components and eliminate burrs or surface defects. Every task if performed with precision, following a strict Investment Casting Standards and Engineering specifications to ensure each part meets exact customer requirements on time to customers.
Metal Finisher - As a Metal Finisher, you will be responsible for cleaning metal parts using sandblast equipment in line with departmental instructions, routers and customer specifications. You will also load parts into the machine, removing debris, maintaining equipment, and inspecting parts for quality before the next operation. As a Metal Finisher you will record job progress in our tracking system and safely transfer parts using racks or carts.
Wax Operator - As a Wax Operator, you will assist the plant by using your hands on skills in assembling, inspecting, and training on Wax Molds. You will need to learn and understand the products, equipment set-up, follow specific operating procedures and interpret the results of your work. You will be working alongside the team to Handles wax parts and metal dies to mount and clean Wax and metal parts. All tasks must be completed in strict accordance with the Investment Casting Standards and Engineering Specifications to meet customer criteria in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Interested?
If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move:

• Previous experience within a similar position
• Manufacturing experience
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Attention to detail

To Apply
Apply online.
We'll be in touch with you quickly after receiving your application.
Equal opportunities
Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact careers@doncasters.com .
Degree in relevant engineering and experience working within a metallurgy environment; ideally within aerospace.
We are keen to hear from individuals who have knowledge of investment casting technology, processes and manufacturing methods, based upon 5 years minimum experience in the engineering, manufacture and/or application of investment castings.
Experience with world class manufacturing process, and methods, Lean, Kaizen, 6s, TMP (talent management program), and other advance manufacturing methodologies, tools and concepts would be a plus.