Earn $25.77 per hour! ENTRY LEVEL MANUFACTURING Wax Operator -- Multiple Shifts Available!

The Wax Operator performs investment casting wax injection and assembly operations, producing wax patterns and assemblies that meet dimensional, visual, and quality standards required for downstream shell building and casting processes. This role operates wax injection equipment, performs pattern assembly, and maintains workstation standards in accordance with Hitchiner's production procedures and quality requirements.

U.S. Person Required - Travel Percentage - Is Relocation Available

Yes - 0% - No

1 - Operate wax injection presses and related equipment to produce wax patterns to established process parameters, cycle times, and quality standards. - 30%

2 - Assemble wax patterns into casting clusters (trees) by attaching patterns to gates, runners, and sprues per approved assembly procedures and dimensional requirements. - 40%

3 - Inspect wax patterns and assemblies for surface defects, dimensional conformance, and completeness, removing or flagging nonconforming parts per quality procedures. - 15%

4 - Maintain workstation cleanliness, tooling condition, and material organization in accordance with 5S standards and production area requirements. - 10%

5 - Complete production documentation including traveler records, inspection logs, and scrap reporting accurately and in a timely manner. - 5%

Total - 100%

2nd shift, 2:30p-11:00p, M-F

2nd shift, 3:30p-2:00a, MTWR

Education - High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience - No prior experience required.

Certifications - None required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, traveler documents, and assembly procedures.
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail required for wax pattern assembly and inspection.
• Ability to identify surface defects, dimensional nonconformances, and assembly errors.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurement and production count recording.
• Ability to work at a sustained pace to meet production targets.
• Effective communication with supervisors and team members on production and quality matters.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Wax operations production area; exposure to heated wax materials, injection equipment, and chemical release agents.
• Physical demands: Extended standing and repetitive hand and wrist motions; ability to lift and handle wax assemblies up to 35 lbs. Vision 20/20 or correctable.
• PPE: Safety glasses, hearing protection safety-toed shoes, and applicable chemical handling PPE required.

• MISSION-CRITICAL MANUFACTURING: We use advanced automation and cutting edge equipment to support industries where precision and reliability matter.
• INTERNAL MOBILITY: We deeply invest in our people, offering training and leadership development opportunities so that employees can grow their careers with us.
• WE WIN TOGETHER: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual profit-sharing bonus.
• BEAUTIFUL LOCATION: Fully updated and modernized buildings on a campus offering an onsite restaurant and gym.

Full time employees may elect to participate in a number of benefit programs, including Hitchiner's Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) Employee Retirement Contribution Plan. The Company provides employees with basic company-paid short-term, long-term, and basic life/AD&D insurance.

Employees also have access to education and tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and our free onsite fitness center.

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire, Hitchiner Manufacturing is the premier supplier of high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully finished casting-based components to the automotive, aerospace and defense markets.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Hitchiner Manufacturing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

This position involves access to technical data, materials, and/or hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employees must be able to meet export control eligibility requirements as a condition of employment. Who is considered a U.S. Person? A U.S. Person can be one of the following: U.S. Citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), a refugee or asylee admitted under the U.S. law, or certain protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Learn more about the ITAR here. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Hitchiner participates in the E-Verify program to confirm work authorization for all new hires in accordance with federal law.