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Doncasters

Shell Room Lead - Weekend Shift

Groton, CT · On-site

$34.39/hr

On a day-to-day basis you will: - Train new employees and cross train team members. - Lead and coordinate a team of shell room operators to meet production demands. - Provide hands-on support for ...

Crucial Link Group

Shell Room Technician 3.1

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Shell Room Technician Hours: 40 hrs /week no overtime for now but maybe down the road Schedule: 6:30-5:00 Mon- Thurs with 2 paid breaks, one 30 minute unpaid lunch break PAY: $17-18/hr Will work in ...

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 1st shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 1st shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

chromalloy

Shell - Production Operator 2nd shift

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Foundry, shell room, ceramic mold, furnace, or aerospace manufacturing experience. * Experience operating autoclaves, furnaces, or industrial processing equipment. * Forklift experience.

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What is a shell room operator?

Shell Room Operators are skilled workers in the foundry or investment casting industry who manage the process of creating ceramic shells around wax patterns. Their main responsibility is to coat wax molds with ceramic materials, building up layers to form a sturdy shell that will later be used to cast metal parts. Shell Room Operators monitor the dipping, stuccoing, and drying of the shells to ensure quality and consistency. They also maintain equipment, follow safety protocols, and inspect finished shells for defects. This role is crucial in producing high-quality castings for industries like aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing.

What does a shell room operator do?

As a Shell Room Operator, your daily tasks typically involve preparing and maintaining ceramic shell molds used in investment casting processes. You will monitor the automated or manual dipping lines, ensure proper coating thickness, and inspect shells for defects. The role also requires regular cleaning and maintenance of equipment, managing inventory of raw materials, and recording production data. Collaboration with quality control and casting teams is common to ensure shells meet strict specifications and deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shell room operator?

To excel as a Shell Room Operator, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and experience in foundry or casting environments, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with automated shell-building equipment, quality control systems, and safety protocols is commonly required. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help ensure smooth workflow and address production issues efficiently. These abilities are essential for maintaining product quality, ensuring safety, and meeting production targets in demanding industrial settings.

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Shell Room Lead - Weekend Shift

Groton, CT • On-site

Doncasters
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$34.39/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Weekend Shell Room Lead
At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Lead to join our team in Groton, CT.
The working hours/salary for this role are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 5a-5:30p $34.39/hour.
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?
We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs.
We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications.
We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs.
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, integrity, and teamwork.
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 Role
Join our team as a Shell Room Lead where you will oversee the daily operations in the shell room, ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently and meeting quality demands! This role provides direction, training and support to the team while driving continuous improvement in processes, safety practices and product quality.
On a day-to-day basis you will:
- Train new employees and cross train team members.
- Lead and coordinate a team of shell room operators to meet production demands.
- Provide hands-on support for daily operations including shell building, drying and inspection.
Interested?
If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move:
To succeed in this role, you will have the ability to motivate, lead and communicate with a team effectively. You will have working knowledge of shell room processes and equipment and can read and interpret work instructions.
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

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