Furnace Operator in Franklin, Pennsylvania at Wall Colmonoy

Foundry Furnace Operator – 3rd Shift Franklin Precision Castings | Franklin, PA

Are you looking for a hands-on manufacturing career where you can work with molten metals, advanced foundry equipment, and a skilled production team?

Franklin Precision Castings is seeking a motivated Foundry Furnace Operator to join our growing team. This position plays a critical role in the investment casting process by operating melting furnaces, supporting metal pouring operations, and assisting with dewax activities that transform raw materials into precision cast components used across demanding industries.

Regular Shift: Sunday – Thursday | 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM

Training Period (3-4 Weeks): Monday – Friday | 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Operate induction, combustion, and aluminum melting furnaces.
• Charge furnaces with appropriate metal alloys and bring materials to required pouring temperatures.
• Support pouring operations involving stainless steel, nickel, brass, and specialty alloys.
• Assist with dewax furnace operations used to remove wax from investment casting molds.
• Inspect molds for cracks or defects and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Monitor digital temperature controls and heat analysis equipment.
• Maintain quality standards throughout the melting and pouring process.
• Perform housekeeping and continuous cleaning of work areas and equipment.
• Work safely in a team-oriented foundry environment.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or foundry experience preferred.
• Ability to work in high-temperature environments.
• Experience with melting, pouring, or furnace operations is a plus.
• Knowledge of combustion furnaces, heat analysis equipment, and Rockwell hardness testing is beneficial.
• Ability to lift materials safely and follow proper lifting procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match (100% Vested)
• Company-Paid $50,000 Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Optional Long-Term Disability & Additional Life Insurance
• $300 Annual Fitness Reimbursement
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays

• Company-Paid Safety Boots
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Company-Paid Prescription Safety Glasses

Wall Colmonoy and Franklin Precision Castings are equal opportunity employers committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

For U.S.-based positions, we are affirmative action employers of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.