Rotor Casting Machine Operator
Operate die presses, using demountable dies to cast motor and rotors. Also known as Casting-Machine-Control-Board Operator See More
Sets up and operates die press, using demountable dies to cast motor and generator rotors: Stacks rotor core laminations [LAMINATION ASSEMBLER] and mounts them over keyed mandrel secured to die base of casting machine. Verifies skew of core slots, using fixed gauge and places die shell and top plate over assembly and secures with C-clamp. Loads aluminum bar stock into pot-type furnace. Observes thermocouple dial and turns gas valve to regulate temperature of molten metal. Lines cylinder pot with asbestos strips and disk to prevent chilling. Pours specified amount of molten aluminum into cylinder, using hand ladle. Loads die and lamination assembly into press cavity and closes door. Pulls levers to activate die rams that force molten aluminum through and around laminations and eject cast rotor from press cylinder. Removes and stamps rotor with identifying data.
Personality Traits
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $19,000 – $45,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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