Die Cast Operator - 1st/2nd Shift with Bonus Pay

The Sedona Group; Dyersville (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Productivity bonus

Job summary

Sedona Staffing is seeking a Die Cast Operator in Dyersville, IA. The role involves operating and maintaining die casting machines, loading materials, and ensuring quality. Attendance and productivity bonuses are offered.

Two shifts are available: 1st shift 6 AM–4:30 PM at $18/hour and 2nd shift 4:30 PM–3:00 AM at $21/hour with a $3/hour differential. Physical work in hot environments is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing or die casting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials, stand long, and work in hot environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor die casting machines and equipment during production.
• Load raw materials (aluminum, zinc, or magnesium) into machines.
• Ensure dies are properly installed, clamped, and preheated before production.
• Start machines and adjust settings to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Inspect cast parts for defects such as cracks, flash, or incomplete fills.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on die casting equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality control, and engineering teams.
• Clean and prepare dies for storage after production.
• Report equipment malfunctions or quality issues immediately.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hydraulic & pneumatic basics

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Die casting machinery

Job description

Sedona Staffing is seeking a Die Cast Operator in Dyersville, IA. The role involves operating and maintaining die casting machines, loading materials, and ensuring quality. Attendance and productivity bonuses are offered.

Two shifts are available: 1st shift 6 AM–4:30 PM at $18/hour and 2nd shift 4:30 PM–3:00 AM at $21/hour with a $3/hour differential. Physical work in hot environments is required.