Position Summary

Tampa Brass & Aluminum Corp is seeking a skilled Foundry Operator with hands-on experience in metal processing and finishing. This role requires a strong understanding of foundry operations, safe handling of molten and high-temperature materials, and proficiency with hand-held tools. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-driven, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, high-heat environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely handle and process metal castings in a high-temperature foundry environment
• Operate and maintain hand tools such as grinders, band saws, and other finishing equipment
• Perform cutting, grinding, and cleaning of cast parts to meet quality specifications
• Identify surface defects, inconsistencies, and non-conformances in castings
• Support pouring, cooling, and post-processing operations as needed
• Follow and enforce strict safety protocols, including proper PPE usage
• Maintain production efficiency while ensuring quality standards are met
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations

Qualifications Required:

• 2+ years of experience in a foundry, metal manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment
• Proven experience using grinders, band saws, and other hand-held tools
• Ability to work safely with extremely hot materials and in high-heat conditions
• Strong understanding of metal finishing and basic quality standards
• Ability to read work instructions and follow technical guidelines
• Physically capable of lifting, standing, and working in demanding conditions

Preferred:

• Experience with non-ferrous metals (brass, aluminum)
• Familiarity with casting processes and post-cast finishing
• Basic understanding of quality inspection standards

Work Environment

• High-temperature industrial foundry environment
• Exposure to molten metal, noise, dust, and heavy materials
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE at all times

• Competitive wages (depending on experience)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development opportunities

Tampa Brass & Aluminum Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or disability/handicap in any aspect of employment including recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, or other conditions.