Die Cast Operator

FastTrack Staffing; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

PTO

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401K

Job summary

FastTrack Staffing is seeking a Die Cast Operator in Grandville, MI to operate and troubleshoot die cast machines in an automated production line. You will adjust equipment, handle molten aluminum safely, inspect parts for defects, and keep your work cell clean and organized.

Daily duties include following operator instructions, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs, recording downtime and quality concerns, and supporting teammates across departments.

Qualifications

• Foundry experience is preferred.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is important and should be expandable.
• Knowledge of basic math, reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot die cast machines on an automated high‑pressure cycle.
• Make machine adjustments and safely handle molten aluminum.
• Maintain clean and organized work cell and complete daily paperwork.

Skills

Foundry experience

Mechanical knowledge

Math and reading writing

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Responsibilities

A die cast operator will be responsible for operating and troubleshooting die cast machines that produce parts through an automated high pressure injection cycle. This position will be responsible for making machine adjustments, handling molten aluminum safely, lifting and moving production parts, visual inspection of parts for defects at assigned machine, as well as maintaining the cleanliness of the assigned work cell.

Job Duties

• Able to understand and implement operator instructions, including visual and dimensional requirements
• Operate and maintain manual and automated work cells, including making needed adjustments, as well as diagnosing and completing minor repairs as needed
• Meeting production goals through maintaining required cycle times and assuring quality standards are met.
• Visually inspect parts for defects on a continuous basis to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Give full cooperation and assistance to all other department employees, including fellow operators, technicians, die setters, leaders and supervisors. Position may be required to assist in die setting as necessary.
• Properly complete daily paperwork, including records of downtime, production counts, documenting quality concerns and cleaning logs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through use of general safety practices, cleaning and maintaining machines and work cells (5S), and proper of PPE at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Qualifications

• Foundry experience is preferred
• Basic mechanical knowledge with the ability to expand mechanical skills are critical
• Knowledge of basic math, reading and writing
• Able to walk, lift, stand, and bend for 8+Hours.
• Able to frequently lift of move up to 50lbs

Benefits

Benefits once hired in!

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401K

This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check.