Ductile Finishing Technician

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

Ductile Finishing Technician responsible for finishing ductile iron castings at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak. Grinding, cleaning, and inspecting castings while adhering to safety protocols in Decatur, Illinois.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeDecatur • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $22 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grinding and finishing ductile iron castings while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in reading blueprints and using measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grinding Ductile Iron CastingsOperating Finishing ToolsReading BlueprintsUsing Measuring ToolsForklift and Crane Certification

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Hard Skills

GrindingInspecting CastingsMathematical CalculationsReading Work OrdersUsing CalipersUsing GaugesUsing Tape Measures

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

GrindersPneumatic ToolsShot-Blasting Machines

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift CertificationCrane Certification

Industry Keywords

Safety StandardsQuality ProceduresEnvironmental Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Grind ductile iron castings to remove excess material
Clean casting surfaces to prepare for further processing
Inspect castings for defects, cracks, and dimensional accuracy
Operate finishing tools and equipment such as grinders, pneumatic tools, and shot-blasting machines
Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and inspection plans
Use measuring tools (calipers, gauges, tape measures) to verify dimensions and tolerances
Wear proper PPE and comply with all safety standards
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Adhere to Nortrak’s Safety, Quality and Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School graduate or GED preferred
Forklift and Crane certification preferred
Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals
Proficient in using measuring tools such as rulers and tape measures
Ability to read and interpret work orders, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Blueprints preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority
Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits
Company paid life and disability insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
Retirement plan with matching contributions
Tuition Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs