Core Manufacturing - Inject Mold Mach Operator 5th shift
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Operate ceramic core injection mold presses, inspect parts, and support furnace operations for aerospace castings.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Directly supports aviation safety—parts go into jet engines.
Might not be for you. Night shift (5p-5a) and 6-week training on any shift; entry-level pay.
Adjacent materials roleSet up and operate injection mold presses and tooling; Inspect cores for dimensions and defects
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- High school
- Experience
- 0+ yrs
- Industry
- Aerospace
- Role
- Manufacturing / Production
- Schedule
- Compressed 4x10
Role details
Job Summary
We're looking for an Injection Mold Machine Operator to run ceramic core injection presses. Hands-on, detail-driven, fast-paced—you'll set up machines, press parts, and inspect your own work. Work That Matters At Chromalloy Tampa, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. The parts you make go into jet engines. Real aerospace work, real impact—every day. Shift: Friday - Monday 5p - 5a - 36-hour workweek, 40 hours of pay. You'll work three 12-hour shifts and still take home a full-time paycheck. Shift Differential: $3.50/hr Training Requirement New employees must be available to work any shift during a minimum six (6) week training period.
Training will be scheduled Monday through Friday and may occur on first, second, or third shift, depending on business needs. After training is complete, employees will move to their regularly assigned shift.
What You’ll Be Doing Set up and operate injection mold presses and tooling Inspect cores for dimensions and defects Forge and prep cores for thermal processing Rotate into kiln/furnace operations as needed Monitor machine gauges—catch problems early Follow all process docs, safety rules, and housekeeping standards—no shortcuts Work within ISO / TCS quality standards Show up reliably and help out where needed What We’re Looking For High school diploma or GED preferred 3+ months manufacturing experience preferred Injection molding experience is a plus Mechanically inclined and good with your hands Able to read, write, and speak English Comfortable with basic math and measuring tools Safety-minded, dependable, team player
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