Die Cast Operator

Kawasaki Tennesse; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawasaki Tennesse is hiring a Die Cast Operator in Morristown, TN. This role involves operating automatic casting machines and ensuring part quality while following safety and 5S standards.

The position requires reading and writing English, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility to work the 3rd shift in a manufacturing environment. Standard PPE is required on site.

Qualifications

• Operate one or more automatic casting machines.
• Read and write English language.
• Work in extreme temperatures and around heavy equipment.
• Move around machinery and lines during a shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more casting machines.
• Set controls, adjust machines, and align mold halves for correct thickness.
• Adjust lead to ladles and cooling sprays to maintain quality.
• Assist with machine setup and tool changes.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine checks.
• Assist in changing or setting molds.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Position self to run and maintain die cast machinery.
• Maintain 5S of multiple die cast machines.
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times.

Skills

Machine operation

English literacy

Heavy lifting

Shift flexibility

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Morristown, TN 37813

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $19.16 - $21.69 Hourly

Job Shift: 3rd Shift

Job Title

Die Cast Operator

Supervised By

Team Leader

Responsibility for directing others

None

Summary of Position

This position is responsible for the operation of one or more automatic multiple-mold casting machines to mold aluminum automotive parts.

Essential Job Duties

• Operate one or more casting machines
• Set controls, make machine adjustments, and align mold halves to ensure casting of part according to specified thickness
• Adjust follow of lead to ladles and water to mold-cooling sprays.
• Assist or perform machine set ups and tool changes.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine maintenance checks.
• Assist in changing or setting molds.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Frequently moves/lifts up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift.
• Constantly position self to run/maintain die cast machinery (stooping, bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling).
• Maintain 5S of multiple die cast machines.
• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn in proper manner at all times.

Qualifications

• Ability to work varying shifts and overtime.
• Ability to read and write the English language.
• Withstand extreme temperatures (hot in summer, cold in winter).
• Must be able to move about in and around machinery and between lines.