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3rd Shift Senior Process Control Technician - Cold-Chamber Die Casting Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr) + 401(k) Match & Bonuses

• Cedarburg, WI Area
• 3rd Shift

Direct-Hire Pay & Incentives:

Baseline starting pay up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline scaling directly with experience) + pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, 401(k) with company match, full health/dental/vision benefits, and attendance PTO bonus hours.

Work Pattern/Schedule:

Dedicated 3rd Shift schedule providing steady night-shift routine stability in a high-volume precision manufacturing setting.

Environment & Company Profile:

Direct-hire seat with one of North America's largest independent die casting manufacturers; ISO-certified facility featuring exceptional employee stability (40% of staff over 10+ years tenure) and premier tier-one OEM partnerships.

Core Functional Scope:

Monitor and optimize high-pressure aluminum die casting process parameters (shot profiles, melt temps, intensification pressures), perform root-cause defect analysis (porosity, cold shuts, soldering), review X-ray data, and maximize first-pass yield.

Strict Requirements & Authorization:

Requires strict career stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), 2+ years of process control or technical troubleshooting experience in manufacturing, US work authorization, and a local commute within 45 minutes of Cedarburg, WI. A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking a driven Process Control Technician to oversee and optimize process integrity on their 3rd shift production floor. Responsible for monitoring critical variables on automated, high-pressure aluminum casting cells, this seat plays a direct role in driving down scrap, troubleshooting complex part defects, and ensuring strict compliance with tier-one OEM quality standards. Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire position offers outstanding hourly earnings, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities in a supportive, team-first environment. What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

Monitor Process Parameters:

Continuously track and analyze critical variables including melt temperatures, shot profiles, injection speeds, intensification pressures, cycle times, and die lubrication.

Analyze & Resolve Casting Defects:

Perform root-cause analysis on defect issues such as porosity, cold shuts, soldering, blisters, flash, misruns, and thermal shrinkage.

Optimize Machine Parameters:

Set up, fine-tune, and validate die casting process parameters for new product launches, die tryouts, and existing production runs.

Maintain Process Standardization:

Establish, document, and maintain accurate process setup sheets and operating instructions for setup techs and machine operators.

Execute Production Trials:

Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to validate process changes, improve first-pass yield, and minimize scrap rates.

Support Quality & Inspection:

Utilize real-time process monitoring systems and review X-ray inspection data to ensure parts meet customer specifications.

Train Floor Personnel:

Coach and train machine operators and setup technicians on standardized process parameters and operational best practices. What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

Job Stability Required:

Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.

Manufacturing Process Experience:

2+ years of hands-on experience in process control within a manufacturing environment (aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, or metalworking preferred).

Technical & Analytical Aptitude:

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret process monitoring data, thermal profiles, and quality reports.

Commutable Radius:

Must reside within a