Production Cell Technician at Nordstern Group of Companies – Winnipeg, Manitoba

Custom Castings is an integrated, single-source solutions provider delivering consistent, high-quality aluminum permanent mold castings to our customers.

At Custom Castings, our people and our culture matter. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where individual values, beliefs, and practices are recognized and valued. Come work with us!

Why Custom Castings?

What makes us a Great Place to Work? Mostly, it’s our people. We also offer a strong total rewards package, including:

• • $2000 hiring bonus
  • Competitive Salary
  • 4-day workweek for weekday shifts and 3-day workweek for weekend shifts
  • Off-shift premiums
  • Paid lunch and coffee breaks
  • Absent Time Paid hours
  • Full benefits package including RRSP matching
  • Comprehensive training program
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Work boots and Safety Glasses reimbursement
  • Continuous Improvement culture with employee rewards
  • Active Social Committee

This role includes participation in our Casting Apprenticeship Program, designed for individuals who want to build a long-term career in the foundry industry.

Through hands-on training and mentorship, you will:

• • Learn the fundamentals of aluminum permanent mold casting
  • Progress from finishing operations into casting responsibilities
  • Receive structured, on-the-job training supported by experienced Cell Leaders
  • Develop technical skills, safety awareness, and continuous improvement practices
  • Gain opportunities for advancement into higher-skilled casting roles

No prior casting experience is required – we invest in your development and support your growth every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Participate fully in training programs provided
  • Manufacture castings in a team-oriented production environment
  • Perform cutting, sanding and grinding of castings
  • Progress into casting duties as training milestones are achieved
  • Work collaboratively with other Finishers, Casters and Cell Leaders to meet delivery commitments
  • Apply 5S and Continuous Improvement practices

What You Bring:

• • Ability to follow procedures and willingness to learn new skills
  • Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to communicate in English (verbal & written)
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Flexibility with working overtime
  • Previous exposure to a lean manufacturing environment is an asset​​​​​​

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.