Highland Foundry Ltd is one of North America’s leading steel and stainless steel foundries. We provide value, superior product quality, and excellent customer service, and strive to produce custom castings with the shortest possible lead time.

Reports To: Foundry Superintendent

Status: Full Time

Location: Surrey, B.C.

Job Summary:

The General Labour/Foundry Trainee is an entry-level position that allows the worker an prospect to pursue a career in foundry work and post for the many operational jobs within the organization as they become available. The position performs all tasks involved in the production of the company’s products. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Previous experience as a foundry worker is an asset, but not necessary.

Job Responsibilities:

Tools/Equipment Operated:

· Overhead Crane

· Forklift

· Bobcat

· Sledge hammer

· Shovel

· Broom

Materials Handled:

Molten steel

Moulds (40 – 15,000lbs)

Cast product (10 – 10,000lbs)

Job Duties: General cleanup of Foundry area.

Shake out moulds.

Skim molten metal.

Prepare green sand.

Steady ladle during pouring.





Other duties as required to support the moulding and coremaking staff.

Credentials and Experience

Foundry experience is an asset.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary for this position is based on experience and increases with experience and education completed. The company offers a comprehensive educational reimbursement program which allows for those with experience to achieve certifications required for this position. The health and dental benefits would begin upon 3 months of employment. PPE required is provided by the company.

EHS:

o Safety Equipment:

o Safety glasses

o Steel toed safety boots

o Gloves

o Ear protection

o Respirator

o Standing, noise and dust tolerance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift / morning shift
- Open to work in the afternoon from time to time
- Occasional overtime

Work remotely:

- No

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Metalworking Machine Operators: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 General Labour Trainee (Foundry) (Surrey)
🏢 Highland Foundry
📍 Surrey