Core Room Technician 1st Shift

1st shift positions available

Monday -Thursday 5am - 3:20pm with OT as required Friday and/or Saturday

The Position:

The Core Room Technician / Core Maker & Setup Technician is responsible for producing, assembling, and maintaining high-quality sand cores used in the metal casting process. This position involves operating and maintaining core-making equipment, assembling cores according to specifications, performing quality inspections, and ensuring minimal machine downtime. The role supports core production from setup through final delivery to the molding department.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Core Production & Assembly

• Operate core-making machines and hand tools to produce cores per job specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret work instructions and shop packets to ensure accurate core production.
• Assemble cores and core boxes using glue, clamps, wire, bolts, rams, or machines.
• Clean parting lines, raised vent areas, and remove flash from cores.
• Cut or drill spouts and pouring holes; size hardened cores as needed.
• Apply core wash and rack completed cores for storage or delivery.
• Inspect finished cores for cracks, defects, and dimensional accuracy; perform repairs or reject as needed.
• Use mud compound to perform core repairs.
• Calibrate machines for correct sand and additive mix ratios.
• Clean vents and inspect machines before operation to ensure safety and functionality.

Machine Setup & Maintenance

• Retrieve, move, and mount core boxes into machines using hoists and tools.
• Set machine controls according to work instructions.
• Perform startup checks and operate machines to verify proper functioning.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain core machines per manufacturer's schedule.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs; replace parts as needed to prevent downtime.
• Monitor oil and grease levels to ensure proper machine lubrication.

Production Reporting

• Complete accurate production records, including core counts, SPC charts, scrap reports, and shift documentation.
• Track assembly and machine performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Skills/Experience: Effective computer usage; manual dexterity in order to use file on cores; mechanical aptitude helpful

• Manually lift and move product and materials up to 50 lbs. through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to reach forward, reach overhead, lift, carry, crouch, and bend
• Power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering fork truck
• Walk, sit, or stand for up to 12 hours with intermittent breaks
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• See, inspect, handle and evaluate product quality
• Read and understand written English language work instructions
• Work in non-climate controlled environments, including hot and humid conditions
• Climb ladders and stairs of varying heights
• Wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by LSI
• Protective Footwear
• Hearing Protection
• Protective Eyewear
• Gloves
• Additional PPE may as required by specific tasks

• Generous medical/dental insurance plan
• Flexible PTO/UTO policy
• 401k with company match
• Company-paid Short-term disability
• Employee assistance plan
• Career advancement
• Formal leadership development
• Education reimbursement program
• Recognition and awards
• Employee events (fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, appreciation meals, and more)