Foundry Furnace & Die-Casting Cell Setup Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Foundry Furnace & Die-Casting Cell Setup Specialist

Site: Sheboygan, WI — Onsite | Union | Gardner Denver Thomas (1419 Illinois Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081)

Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Picture a production line that never stalls—because you’ve planned the melt, timed every pour, and tuned each cell for precision. In this role, you’ll be the guardian of molten metal flow: operating and inspecting furnaces, delivering aluminum to the right machine at the right time, and stepping in to set up die‑casting equipment so the line keeps moving.

• Run furnaces to melt aluminum ingots and scrap, adjusting temps and charging per direction.
• Oversee the schedule for molten metal distribution to machines; keep central melt temperature stable and supplies uninterrupted.
• Assist with cooldowns; check furnace linings and distribution ladles for cracks/defects; support repair activities.
• Perform material handling; operate lift trucks safely and efficiently.
• Set up die‑casting cells when required, including ladle systems, auto‑spray, robots, and trim presses; swap dies and fine‑tune machine settings.
• Model safety leadership while filling ladles, driving lift trucks, and pouring metal during machine set‑ups to protect teammates.

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical diploma a plus).
• At least 1 year of forklift experience with a valid license.

• High heat, dirt, grease, fumes, and >85 dB noise (hearing protection required when exposure exceeds 85 dB).
• Physical capability to lift/push/pull/carry: 5 lbs constantly, 35 lbs frequently, 75 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent movement: sit, stand, kneel, climb, bend, stoop.
• Tools and gear: lift truck (power/hand), shovel, furnace cleaning, skimming/fluxing tools, hand tools, hoist, and required PPE.
• Risks include serious cuts, burns, bruises, and possible permanent injury—goggles and heavy gloves are mandatory; vigilance minimizes hazards.

• 1+ year proven furnace operation knowledge across cleaning, operation, and maintenance.
• Comfort working from written/verbal instructions under general supervision; seeks guidance on unusual procedures/irregularities.
• Die‑casting environment experience prior to hire or assignment.

• Driver's License
• Die Attach/Bonding
• Foundry Environment Experience
• Metal Casting Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
• Injection Molding Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Basic Computer Skills

This position is based at our Sheboygan, WI facility.

Ingersoll Rand couples 160+ years of industrial leadership with the drive of a startup. With 80+ brands serving life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and more, we deliver mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies—from compressors to the precise handling of liquids, gases, and power. Our people act like owners and build customers for life. Discover more at IRCO.com.

We offer comprehensive support for your well‑being: medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision plans, wellness programs, life insurance, a strong 401(k), paid time off, and an employee stock grant—plus additional programs to help you thrive.