Steel Fabrication
Keokuk, IA
Full Time
Industrial and Manufacturing
Mid Level
Steel Fabrication & Foundry Jobs
INTENSE LABOR / PHYSICALLY DEMANDING — Training Provided
We are hiring for multiple positions in a high‑production steel foundry. Work is physically demanding and requires strength, stamina, and the ability to work in hot environments.
Pay: Up to $25 per hour, depending on experience and pending a performance review after 60 days.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
GENERAL LABORER – $20/hr (Overtime $30/hr)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the casting and cleaning of steel and iron castings
- Perform tasks as assigned to support production
- Follow safety procedures and maintain work area cleanliness
FINISHER / GRINDER – $20/hr (Overtime $30/hr)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform visual inspection of castings
- Remove excess material using pneumatic abrasive tools
- Grind, smooth, and finish casting surfaces
WELDER – $22/hr (Overtime $31/hr)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Arc‑gouge to remove defects from steel castings
- Weld to fill gouged areas and repair defects
- All welding performed horizontally
ABOUT THE FOUNDRY
- Manufactures highly engineered, high‑quality steel castings
- Capable of pouring 100+ grades of steel
- Casting size range: 1–3,500 lbs
- Qualified to Mil‑A 11356 Armor up to 2.25”
- Materials produced include:
Carbon steel, low alloy steel, Austenitic stainless steel, Martensitic stainless steel, Duplex stainless steel, Ferritic stainless steel, Hastaloys, Monel, Inconel, and Armor - Processes include:
• Loop molding
• Large line molding
• Sand reclamation
VIDEOS (Company Overview & Work Environment)
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions
- 20/20 vision (corrective lenses allowed)
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to work with heavy equipment for full shift (e.g., holding a hand grinder)
- Ability to meet production timelines with minimal supervision
- Indoor work environment — temperatures can be hot
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
- Steel‑toe work boots
- Long pants
HOUSING (Optional)
- Shared employee housing
- Shared bedroom (no private rooms)
- Shared kitchen, dining area, bathroom, and living room
- Rent: $125 per person per week (includes utilities & basic furniture)
- Deposit: $200 non‑refundable
- Can be paid through payroll deductions (e.g., $25 per check for 8 checks)
TRANSPORTATION
- Free transportation to and from work is provided
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
- Dependability: Arrive on time and maintain regular attendance
- Job Performance: Complete duties quickly, efficiently, and safely
- Conduct: Follow all worksite rules; violations may result in disciplinary action up to termination
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