Vacuum Caster
Operate vacuum casting machines to produce molten metal. Also known as Die Caster, Metal Caster, Molder, Vacuum
Operates vacuum casting machine to produce molten metal and pour castings of high density: Removes ceramic mold from preheat oven, using tongs, and places it on lift in lower air lock of machine. Closes and clamps air-lock door. Inserts premeasured metal charge into upper air lock. Starts pumps to create specified vacuum in air locks. Pulls levers that cause ram to push charge into melting pot in vacuum chamber. Turns on current and adjusts temperature controls of furnace. Determines when molten metal is ready to pour by observing color through glass-covered opening, or by measuring temperature of molten metal with pyrometer. Moves controls that cause lift to raise mold from lower air lock to vacuum chamber. Pulls lever that causes furnace to invert and pour molten metal into mold.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $19,000 – $45,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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