Aluminum Die Cast Setup Technician: Precision Start-Up

Orion Castings; Town of Grafton (WI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Orion Castings seeks a Die Cast Setup Technician to prepare high pressure aluminum die casting machines and tooling for production. You will set process parameters, install dies, and ensure safe, efficient operation to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include running setups, coordinating with maintenance and production, and documenting results. The role requires mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and the ability to work around heat and moving equipment in a factory setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Experience in high pressure aluminum die casting setup or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of die cast machines, tooling, and casting processes.
• Ability to read setup sheets, blueprints, and process documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, forklifts, and die handling equipment.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and automation systems preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilités

• Perform die changes and machine setups for high pressure aluminum die casting machines.
• Install and remove dies, trim tools, shot-end components, and auxiliary equipment.
• Set process parameters including temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, intensification, and timing.
• Verify proper operation of hydraulics, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot setup and process issues related to casting quality, cycle time, and machine performance.
• Assist in startup approval and first-piece inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate setup activities with production, tooling, maintenance, and quality departments.
• Perform machine adjustments during startup and production runs as needed.
• Ensure proper die clamping, alignment, venting, and water connections.
• Maintain setup sheets, process documentation, and production records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, uptime, and efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe die handling practices.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization in setup and production areas.

Connaissances

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Cranes

Forklifts

Die handling equipment

Hydraulics & pneumatics systems

Description du poste

Orion Castings seeks a Die Cast Setup Technician to prepare high pressure aluminum die casting machines and tooling for production. You will set process parameters, install dies, and ensure safe, efficient operation to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include running setups, coordinating with maintenance and production, and documenting results. The role requires mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and the ability to work around heat and moving equipment in a factory setting.