Die Cast Changeover Pro – High-Pressure Aluminum

MDS Staffing; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO bonus hours

Attendance bonus

Job summary

A premier North American die casting manufacturer in Cedarburg, WI seeks a Die Cast Setup Technician for the 2nd shift. Responsibilities include performing complete die changes, setting process parameters, rigging tooling, and troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems to optimize production.

Join a high-volume, ISO-certified facility with strong tenure and growth opportunities. Must have 2+ years in related setup/changeover roles and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Job Stability Required: Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• Setup & Tooling Experience: Proven hands-on setup or changeover experience in high-pressure aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, stamping, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Technical & Mechanical Aptitude: Strong troubleshooting capabilities in mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and reading complex process setup sheets.
• Equipment Operations: Demonstrated ability to safely operate overhead bridge cranes, forklifts, and heavy rigging equipment.
• Commutable Radius: Must reside within a 45-minute maximum commute of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area.
• Education & Authorization: High School Diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred. Must be fully authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Execute Die Changes & Setups: Perform complete die changes and tooling setups for high-pressure aluminum die casting machines and auxiliary automation equipment.
• Set Process Parameters: Establish and fine-tune critical machine parameters including melt temperatures, hydraulic pressures, shot speeds, intensification rates, and cycle timing.
• Install Tooling & Auxiliaries: Safely rig, align, and install dies, trim tools, shot-end components, plunger systems, and cooling/lubrication lines using overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Troubleshoot Process & Quality: Diagnose and resolve setup, machine, or casting defects during startup and production runs to optimize cycle times and eliminate scrap.
• Verify System Functionality: Inspect hydraulic, pneumatic, water/cooling, and automated spray/ladle systems prior to production sign-off.
• Conduct First-Piece Inspections: Coordinate with Quality and Production to complete initial part runs and first-piece inspection approvals according to setup sheets.
• Enforce Safety Standards: Rigorously follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), crane safety protocols, and safe molten metal handling procedures during all setups and teardowns.

Skills

2+ years tenure

die cast setup

mechanical troubleshooting

crane operation

forklift operation

work authorization US

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Hydraulics

Job description

A premier North American die casting manufacturer in Cedarburg, WI seeks a Die Cast Setup Technician for the 2nd shift. Responsibilities include performing complete die changes, setting process parameters, rigging tooling, and troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems to optimize production.

Join a high-volume, ISO-certified facility with strong tenure and growth opportunities. Must have 2+ years in related setup/changeover roles and be legally authorized to work in the United States.