Grinder

Delta Workforce is hiring a Grinder for an aluminum castings foundry in the Racine, WI area. This is a contract role with a direct-hire opportunity after 520 hours. A grinder removes excess metal from aluminum castings and prepares finished parts for inspection, machining, or shipment. What you'll do - Grind, trim, and finish aluminum castings using pneumatic grinders, belt sanders, and other finishing equipment. - Remove gates, risers, flash, fins, and excess material according to engineering drawings and work instructions. - Inspect castings for surface defects, cracks, porosity, or dimensional issues before and after grinding. - Ensure castings meet quality standards and customer specifications. - Operate overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, or lifting devices to safely move heavy castings (if certified). - Perform routine maintenance and daily inspections on grinding equipment. - Follow all safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards. - Assist with preventive maintenance and cleaning of foundry equipment. Details - Pay: $20–$22 per hour to start, depending on experience - Schedule: 1st shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (8.5 hours on site, 30-minute unpaid lunch) - Hire type: contract, with a direct-hire opportunity after 520 hours - PPE noted in source: safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat or soft cap - Hiring ASAP - Location: Racine, WI 53403 (on-site, aluminum castings foundry)

- Experience minimum: 1 year of metal foundry experience. - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. - Frequently lift up to 50 pounds. - Work in high-temperature environments. - Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks. - Wear required PPE, including heat-resistant clothing, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots.