Die Cast Machine Operator

Deco Products Inc; Decorah (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Deco Products in Decorah, IA is seeking a Die Cast Machine Operator 3 for the 3rd shift. This full-time role operates and troubleshoots zinc die cast machines, makes adjustments, and handles molten zinc safely while coordinating with supervisors, quality control and engineering to keep production moving.

Qualifications include lifting 40 lbs regularly, basic math, reading and following written instructions, dependable attendance and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs regularly.
• Dependable
• Basic math skills.
• General understanding of manufacturing practices.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision.
• Capacity to take direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot zinc die cast machines.
• Make machine adjustments.
• Handle hot molten zinc safely.
• Lift and move production parts.
• Clean and maintain machines.
• Collaborate with supervisors, quality control and engineering.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Excellent attendance.

Skills

Lifting 40 lbs

Dependable

Basic math

Manufacturing basics

Read instructions

Minimal supervision

Attention to detail

Overtime OK

Education

Eighteen years of age

Mechanical Ability

Job description

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DIE CAST MACHINE OPERATOR 3

Full Time Decorah, IA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1142

** 3rd Shift Position **

Deco Products was established in 1960 in downtown Decorah. The name Deco comes from the first 4 letters of DECOrah. Deco Products is the largest stand‑alone dedicated zinc die caster in North America.

Zinc castings are used in many diverse products and our customer base is equally diverse. A few of our primary markets are office furniture, window and door products and components for commercial vehicles and the RV market. A few specific examples are legs for office partitions, office chair brackets, brake valve components for semi‑trucks, sash locks for windows and window operators for motorhomes. We also have products that go into the electrical industry, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and an extensive line of broom and mop components.

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and troubleshooting zinc die cast machines that produce parts for assembly and powder coat operations. The position will be responsible for making machine adjustments, handling hot molten zinc safely, lifting and moving production parts, troubleshooting and cleaning machines. The Machine Operator will work with all areas of the company, specifically with supervisors, other department personnel, quality control and engineering.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Be focused and engaged.
• Coordinate with others to perform the assigned work load within that department.
• Using tools and lifting or moving production parts.
• Making machine adjustments.
• Clean and maintain machines.
• Maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. regularly.
• Dependable
• Basic math skills.
• General understanding of manufacturing practices.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision.
• Capacity to take direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime as required.

Education and Training

• Eighteen years of age
• Mechanical Ability

Mon Thru Thurs 9 PM to 7 AM OR 11 PM to 9 AM

** 3rd Shift Position **

Factory - Manufacturing - Machine Operator - Production - Die Cast - Assembly - Quality

Deco Products was established in 1960 in downtown Decorah. The name Deco comes from the first 4 letters of DECOrah. Deco Products is the largest stand‑alone dedicated zinc die caster in North America.

Zinc castings are used in many diverse products and our customer base is equally diverse. A few of our primary markets are office furniture, window and door products and components for commercial vehicles and the RV market. A few specific examples are legs for office partitions, office chair brackets, brake valve components for semi‑trucks, sash locks for windows and window operators for motorhomes. We also have products that go into the electrical industry, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and an extensive line of broom and mop components.

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and troubleshooting zinc die cast machines that produce parts for assembly and powder coat operations. The position will be responsible for making machine adjustments, handling hot molten zinc safely, lifting and moving production parts, troubleshooting and cleaning machines. The Machine Operator will work with all areas of the company, specifically with supervisors, other department personnel, quality control and engineering.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Excellent attendance
• Be focused and engaged.
• Coordinate with others to perform the assigned work load within that department.
• Using tools and lifting or moving production parts.
• Making machine adjustments.
• Clean and maintain machines.
• Maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. regularly.
• Excellent people skills.
• Dependable
• Basic math skills.
• General understanding of manufacturing practices.Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision.
• Capacity to take direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime as required.

Education and Training

• Eighteen years of age
• Mechanical Ability

Mon Thru Thurs 9 PM to 7 AM OR 11 PM to 9 AM

4 X 10 work schedule

4 X 10 Mon Thru Thurs 9 PM to 7 AM OR 11 PM to 9 AM

40 hour work week