Foundry Mold and Coremakers
Make or form wax or sand cores or molds used in the production of metal castings in foundries.
Tasks Include:
- Clean and smooth molds, cores, and core boxes, and repair surface imperfections.
- Move and position workpieces such as mold sections, patterns, and bottom boards, using cranes, or signal others to move workpieces.
- Sprinkle or spray parting agents onto patterns and mold sections to facilitate removal of patterns from molds.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.
Projections Quick View:
Virginia: -15.3%
National: -12.0%
Education
High School Diploma
Job Zone:
Two: Some Preparation Needed
Income Range:
Mid Range ($28,000 - $35,999)
Average Earnings:
National
$31,940.00
State
$27,618.45
Regional
