Foundry Workers

(NOC 9412)
+14.6%
 

What do Foundry Workers do?

Foundry workers make moulds / cores by hand or machine, pour molten metal into moulds to produce castings, and operate furnaces to melt metals.

How to become: Foundry Workers

In general, you usually need a high school diploma. You may also need experience as a labourer, machine operator helper or as another type of helper in your area of work. You may need on-the-job training. Many recent entrants have a high school diploma, and almost 3 in 10 have a trade / vocational certificate or community college diploma.

Where to study for a career as: Foundry Workers

NAIT
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Ironworker Certificate; Apprenticeship
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Foundry Workers make?

Low:
$32,469
Average:
$44,595
High:
$59,883

Job openings for Foundry Workers

Job Seekers:
36,100
Job Openings:
32,200