Foundry Worker

NOV
Marble Falls, TX

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for hands-on, safety-conscious candidates who operate in manufacturing environments and support team-oriented processes.

Best fit for

  • Individuals who can interpret work orders and manage labor tickets efficiently
    — “Read and interpret work orders to determine production requirements”
  • Candidates who thrive in a manufacturing setting with a focus on HSE standards and physical labor
    — “Adhere to all NOV company policies and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards”

Things to consider

  • This role may require working overtime on weekends and holidays, impacting work-life balance
    — “Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays”
  • The position requires physical labor and exposure to high-temperature environments
    — “Load and unload high-temperature ovens for the metal pouring process”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior hands-on experience with investment casting and safety procedures in your resume and interview
    — “Prior experience or familiarity with the investment casting (lost wax) process preferred”
  • Showcase your organizational skills by detailing how you stage materials and work orders efficiently
    — “Stage work orders and materials to support the melt process”
  • Demonstrate computer literacy and communication skills in your application materials
    — “Basic computer literacy requiredGeneral knowledge of quality control principles required”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment
Typical background
high school diploma or GED

Skills & requirements

Required

High-temperature Oven OperationMelt OperationsTemperature ControlDeslagging ProceduresMelt Pot Maintenance

Preferred

Investment Casting Process

Stack & domain

Investment Casting (lost Wax) ProcessMetal Pouring ProcessMelt OperationsFilteringApplying Hot TopsCoveringRepairing MoldsDeslagging ProceduresDisassemblingCleaningRebuilding Melt PotsQuality Control PrinciplesInvestment Casting ProcessSafetyTeamworkInvestment CastingMetal Pouring

About the role

Original posting from NOV

NOV is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team at our Marble Falls, TX facility! This position plays a vital role in the melt process for a variety of investment casting products. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, safety-focused, and eager to contribute to a dynamic and team-oriented manufacturing environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Load and unload high-temperature ovens for the metal pouring processAssist with melt operations, including filtering, applying hot tops, covering, and repairing moldsMonitor and maintain temperature control; perform deslagging procedures as requiredDisassemble, clean, and rebuild melt pots to ensure safe and efficient operationPerform additional related duties as assigned by supervisionAdhere to all NOV company policies and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards 

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and interpret work orders to determine production requirementsAccurately complete and submit labor ticketsStage work orders and materials to support the melt processAssist with melt operations as neededPrepare and stage work orders for the knockout process

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience requiredAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in EnglishBasic computer literacy requiredGeneral knowledge of quality control principles requiredPrior experience or familiarity with the investment casting (lost wax) process preferred 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays 

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Source: NOV careers

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