FOUNDRY WORKER (Molder) - 1st shift

# Molder / Coremaker | $18–$20/hr | 4-Day Work Week

Omaha Steel Casting (Owen Industries) – Wahoo, NE | Mon–Thu, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Be Part of a Craft That's Shaped the World for Over 3,000 Years.

Metal casting is one of the oldest and most essential manufacturing processes in human history — and at Omaha Steel Casting, we carry that tradition forward every single day. We're looking for a reliable, hardworking Molder/Coremaker to join our foundry team and become part of a craft that has been at the heart of American manufacturing since the Industrial Revolution.

No prior foundry experience required — just a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and the drive to show up and do the job right.

The Details

- Starting pay: $18.00–$20.00/hr

- Hours: Mon–Thu, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

- Schedule: 4-day work week — Fridays off

What You'll Do

- Read and follow the molding production schedule to prioritize and complete daily work assignments

- Perform core mold and coremaking tasks including filling, stripping, and closing molds

- Operate and maintain various mold and core making equipment following established procedures

- Identify and set up pattern and core equipment per process instruction sheets

- Accurately place chills and risers into tooling as specified

- Set up pattern equipment according to process instructions

- Operate overhead cranes and air hoists safely and efficiently

- Track and report production accurately on a shift-by-shift basis

- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times

What We're Looking For

- High school diploma or GED

- Basic math skills — counting, addition, and multiplication

- Ability to repetitively lift up to 100 lbs. — assistance is available and encouraged for lifts over 50 lbs.

- Comfortable working in or near elevated temperatures and a dusty environment — this is a foundry, and we want people who know what they're signing up for

- Able to follow verbal and written instructions and complete tasks independently

- Reliable, punctual, and a solid team player

- Ability to read, write, and speak in English

- Willingness to work flexible hours when needed

What's In It For You

✅ $18–$20/hr starting pay ✅ 4-day work week — Mon through Thu, every week ✅ Fridays always off✅ Health, Dental & Vision insurance✅ Life/AD&D and Disability coverage✅ 401(k) with company match✅ PTO and paid holidays — accrual begins immediately ✅ Wellness program with premium incentives ✅ On-the-job training in a skilled, in-demand trade ✅ Opportunities for advancement within Omaha Steel Casting and Owen Industries

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.

Why Omaha Steel Casting?

Omaha Steel Casting is part of Owen Industries, a recognized leader in the steel industry for decades. Our foundry produces high-alloy steel castings for some of the most demanding industrial applications in the country. When you join our team, you're not just filling a role — you're learning a skilled trade with deep roots and real staying power in American manufacturing.

Veterans — You Belong Here

The discipline, reliability, and work ethic you developed in service are exactly what we value on our foundry floor. Omaha Steel Casting and Owen Industries are proud to be Veteran-friendly employers committed to providing opportunities and a supportive environment for those who have served.

Apply Now

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and learn a trade that's stood the test of time, apply today and come be part of the Omaha Steel Casting team.

Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

5 AM - 3:30 PM, M-TH