Die Cast Operator

Allison Transmission; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allison Transmission is seeking a Die Cast Operator for Walker Die Casting in Lewisburg, TN. The role involves operating trim presses, hoists, and related equipment, following SOPs, and ensuring quality through defect recognition and proper handling of cast parts.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, English proficiency, and the ability to pass lifting equipment testing. Candidates may perform finishing work and support 5S initiatives on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to maintain normal flow of production and follow SOPs.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to pass powered lift equipment testing.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and wear required PPE.
• Read and understand operating procedures for the job.
• Learn trimming operation and identify casting/trim defects.
• Operate trim press, hoists, leak tester and assist other die cast operators as needed.
• Pack castings per instructions and attach tickets/tags.
• Perform handwork (filing, grinding, sanding) per work instructions.
• Report casting discrepancies to Supervisor or Lead.
• Participate in 5S initiatives and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety rules

Reading procedures

Machinery operation

Hand finishing

Communication

5S / workplace organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Job Title: Die Cast Operator

Job Description: JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. Walker Die Casting and the Allison Edge. We started out as a family-owned company with great customer relationships. Joining Allison Transmission hasn’t changed that. It’s just made us stronger.

The Die Cast Operator Responsibilities:

• Ability to use required personal protective safety equipment and follow safety rules.
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures relative to job being performed.
• Ability to gain knowledge of the trimming operation and recognize visual casting/trim defects.
• Operate machinery (trim press, hoists, leak tester, and relieve die cast operators for brief periods of time).
• Packing castings in dunnage or pallets per casting work instructions.
• Complete appropriate production paperwork such as: attach tickets, tags, etc. to dunnage or pallets.
• Handwork (filing, grinding, sanding) per casting work instructions.
• Communicate any casting discrepancies with the casting to Supervisor or Lead.
• Participate in 5S initiatives for WDC facility with tracking/sustainability Overtime as required.
• Other duties as required by supervisor or lead.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maintain normal flow of production.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, work instructions and safety rules.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to pass powered lift equipment testing.

Travel or Physical Demands: Must be able to work in hot/cold environment. Sitting Walking Standing Climbing Kneeling Kneel/Crouch Pulling Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

EEOC statement required provisions Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Employment with Allison Transmission, Inc. is voluntary and is subject to termination by the employee or Allison Transmission, Inc. at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. This document is not a contract of employment. *Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Primary Location: Lewisburg, TN Additional Locations: Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Walker Die Casting is a high-quality aluminum die castings supplier, providing castings for various automobile parts, commercial vehicle parts and outboard motor parts for customers throughout the United States and in various foreign countries. Walker is owned by Allison Transmission, Inc. and is located in Lewisburg, TN.