Role Overview As a Die Cast Operator , you will set up, operate, and monitor die-casting machinery and related equipment to manufacture high-quality aluminum automotive components. This hands-on position requires a keen attention to detail, strong mechanical knowledge, and a commitment to workplace safety and precision. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining smooth production cycles, minimizing waste, maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and keeping equipment downtime to a minimum in a clean, efficient environment.

Key Responsibilities Equipment Operation & Setup Machine & Tooling Setup:

Perform planned and unplanned changeovers and set up die-casting cells and related machinery according to technical specifications.

Molten Metal Handling:

Melt aluminum and safely supply/service it into the casting cells.

Process Execution:

Execute tasks involving metal fabrication, machining, assembly, and operating hand or material-handling tools (including forklifts, when certified).

Quality Control & Inspection Precision Measurement:

Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments and tools; compare dimensional results against technical drawings and mechanical blueprints.

Quality Assurance:

Collaborate with the Quality department to ensure all manufactured components meet strict safety and quality standards.

Reporting:

Identify, report, and log defects, process deviations, or equipment concerns in the shift log.

Maintenance, Troubleshooting & OEE Equipment Maintenance:

Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and routine servicing on production equipment.

Troubleshooting:

Oversee and perform repairs on tool issues or machinery in close cooperation with the Tool Service and Maintenance departments.

Downtime Reduction:

Analyze downtime to identify root causes, initiate continuous improvements, and increase OEE.

Safety & Continuous Improvement Safety Protocols:

Follow strict safety standards, maintain a clean work area, and protect team members by supporting safe production practices.

Process Optimization:

Identify opportunities to improve work processes and reduce scrap/waste.

Documentation & Projects:

Assist with monitoring, documenting, and archiving process data and contribute to technical project execution as assigned. Qualifications & SkillsRequired (Essential)

Experience:

Proven experience in machine operation, machine tool setup, and tooling setup.

Technical Knowledge:

Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.

Quality Control:

Proficiency with precision measurement tools, machining measurement techniques, and quality inspection procedures.

Mathematics:

Working knowledge of general shop mathematics.

Safety & Collaboration:

Demonstrated ability to adhere strictly to safety protocols, work accurately under pressure, and collaborate effectively in a production team.

Preferred Advanced Machinery Experience:

Experience with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment (including CNC programming, milling machines, lathes, and laser cutting).

Fabrication & Press Operations:

Experience with stamping presses, press brakes, forming machines, plasma cutting, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), and welding.

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing:

Familiarity with GD&T principles and sheet metal fabrication techniques.

Material Handling:

Forklift certification or prior material-handling equipment experience.

Pay:

From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 48.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person