Die Cast Process Technician

Die Cast Process Technician Job Description:

Company:

Shawnee Specialties Department:

Manufacturing Reports To:

Director of Operations Direct Reports:

None Colleagues:

Quality Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance, Production Planning Shawnee Specialties, Inc is a 50+ year old precision diecasting company of Aluminum and Zinc products specializing in small parts in medium to high volumes while offering in-house processes like CNC machining, thermal deburring, and surface finishing. Shawnee serves industries including automotive, defense, appliances, and industrial equipment. Certified to

ISO 9001

; 2015 edition and ITAR and working towards CMMC standards. Located in Eau Claire, Michigan, the company is committed to delivering high-quality components and solutions for its global customers. Position Summary Die Cast Process Technician will lead the optimization, and support of aluminum and zinc die casting processes. The Process Technician will enhance manufacturing capabilities, improve product quality, and drive continuous improvement across all facets of operations. Key Responsibilities Document die casting processes for new and existing aluminum and zinc components Optimize machine parameters to improve cycle time, reduce scrap, and ensure consistent quality Support setup and troubleshooting of die cast machines Maintain and update die setup sheets and process control documentation Work closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to support daily operations Work closely with Manufacturing Engineer to develop and maintain critical parts inventory Assist in training operators and technicians on process standards and best practices Assist in the revision and implementation of SOPs Other duties as assigned by the leadership team Expected Deliverables 1. Process Efficiency Cycle time improvement Die Changeover Time Machine Utilization Rate 2. Quality Performance First Pass Yield (FPY) Rejection Rate Scrap Rate We are a dynamic and fast-growing die casting and machining company committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. As a company running on EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), we foster accountability, clarity, and team alignment through clear Rocks, Scorecards, Level 10 Meetings, and measurable outcomes. Shawnee runs on EOS and our core values guide us in our journey both as individuals and as a team. These values are the essence of who we are and what we strive to become. They are the foundation of our actions, our decisions, and our interactions. Do you have these values? If so, we want to talk to you!

Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person