Die Cast Machine Operator – Precision & Production

Cascade Die Casting Group, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Die Casting Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Operator – Die Cast to join the Mid-State/Die Cast team. The role requires operating die cast machines, trimming presses, performing basic quality checks, and recording data per instructions.

Safety and reliability are essential in daily manufacturing tasks. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and basic math/reading/writing skills; training on lockout/tagout and basic computer use is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing.
• High School Diploma preferred .
• Basic computer skills.
• Lock Out/Tag Out experience.

Responsibilities

• Read, comprehend, and follow written, standardized work instructions and trained procedures to perform any die casting and/or trim machine operation.
• Capable of diagnosing and performing minor repairs on die cast and trim press machines, and robot gripper systems.
• Complete tasks and targeted production goals (scrap/uptime) on a daily basis to meet production standards.
• Capable of repairing water, hot oil, and minor hydraulic leaks on die.
• Capable of pulling and setting slides.
• Able to put robot in auto mode.
• Able to maneuver through Panel View on auto trim presses.
• Able to operate ladle and recip.
• Visually inspect for defects following established procedures.
• Accurately enter data into production software and quality systems.
• Detects and reports improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to proper supervisor.
• Learn new tasks and adapt to frequent job duty changes which includes cross training and working on multiple machines as required by business and manpower demands.
• Properly completes daily paperwork.
• Clean and orderly work area consistent with safety and work rules and regulations.
• Work overtime hours as required and be available for emergency overtime when the need arises.
• Regularly report for work on time with a desire to perform to the best of your abilities.
• Work safely around and/or while operating heaving equipment or manufacturing machinery.
• Perform Job Specific Training Form duties if available.
• Other duties are assigned from time-to-time.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Lock Out/Tag Out experience

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Cascade Die Casting Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Operator – Die Cast to join the Mid-State/Die Cast team. The role requires operating die cast machines, trimming presses, performing basic quality checks, and recording data per instructions.

Safety and reliability are essential in daily manufacturing tasks. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and basic math/reading/writing skills; training on lockout/tagout and basic computer use is a plus.