Foundry Production Trainee

Imagine starting your shift with a safety huddle, then rotating to help where production needs you most—prepping molds, assisting with melting and casting, setting up wheels, moving raw materials, and keeping work areas clean and ready for the next pour. As a Foundry Production Trainee, you’ll begin in an entry role and, through bidding, training, and qualifications, progress into other core foundry positions.

In your first months, you’ll gain hands-on exposure across departments. Management may reassign you between areas to broaden your skills until you successfully bid into a permanent role. There’s a 90‑day probationary period to help you get up to speed and build a foundation for long‑term success.

We’re hiring for A‑Shift (Monday–Friday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) and C‑Shift (Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.). Our facility operates 24/7, and flexibility to support weekends and occasional overtime beyond 8 hours is essential.

• Support melting, casting, mold preparation, and wheel preparation
• Move materials safely to keep production flowing
• Apply strong housekeeping practices to maintain a clean, safe workspace
• Build mechanical know‑how and learn Statistical Process Control (SPC) basics

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude and curiosity
• Solid work ethic, initiative, attention to detail, and strong safety mindset
• Reliable attendance and a team‑first approach
• Physical ability to bend, push, pull, stand for long periods, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

We’re a market leader where motivated people thrive. Expect energy on the floor, teammates who care about quality, and real paths to grow. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a retirement package with 401(k) match; and participation in an employee stock ownership program.

Candidates should have reliable transportation, be able to pass a pre-employment respirator use exam, background check, and drug screen. Experience working in the metals industry is a plus.

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.