Remelt Operator Req #1661 7585 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley, MN 55432, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 2:00 AM At Kurt Die Casting our employee experience and vertical-manufacturing facility set us apart. We take pride in our employees and work to the highest standards, equipped with the tools, opportunities and technology to produce top-quality, complex aluminum and zinc die castings. Take a virtual tour of our Die Cast Division by clicking here! Job Summary The Remelt Operator tends to the furnace that remelts aluminum metal used in the die-casting process. Essential Functions Dumps, shovels or places specified proportions of scrap metal and ingots into furnace. May sprinkle or mix fluxing compound on molten metal to bring impurities to surface. Skims slag from surface with strainer. May transfer molten metal from furnace to bull ladle. Pours metal retainer of die-casting machine. May clean furnaces and equipment. May operate gas or electric powered forklift truck to move, stack, or unload metal in and about facility. Counts, weighs, and or records number of units of metal moved or handled. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required. Required High School Diploma or equivalent GED 1 months of related experience Preferred 3 months of related experience Hours 4:30 am - 3:00 pm, Monday -Thursday Compensation The anticipated hourly starting pay range for this position is $20.26 to $27.01. The exact rate may be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education. Physical Demand Factors The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee's individual work responsibilities.

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Heavy work. Work involves exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. A worker in this job will frequently (from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time): Reach by extending hands and arms and handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands 100% employee owned, Kurt Die Casting is a division of Kurt Manufacturing and located near Minneapolis, MN. Employees at our die casting facility can gain experience in multiple areas of manufacturing including aluminum and zinc die casting, CNC machining, automation, and quality control. We have over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space with the capacity and capability to service a diverse set of customers and industries. Kurt Die Casting features 20 CNC machining centers and 15 die casting machines ranging in size from 500 to 1,200 tons. Many of the castings we produce feature challenging designs that require secondary operations such as machining, finishing and assembly. What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That's why we'll never settle for good enough. It's this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference. Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions. Job Details Job Family Non-exempt Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Regular Scan this QR code and apply! Download 7585 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley, MN 55432, USA