Die Cast Operator: Precision Casting & Quality Assurance

Orion Castings; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Castings in Wisconsin seeks a Die Cast Operator to run HPDC machines, monitor cycle times, and perform in-process quality checks. You will follow process sheets, assist with die changes, and keep safety rules around molten metal and heavy equipment.

The role requires reading measurements, bending to lift up to 50 lbs, and standing for long shifts in a hot, noisy environment. Reliable attendance and the ability to work overtime are essential for production flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Ability to read a tape measure and use basic measuring tools, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly, stand for the full shift, and work in a hot, noisy manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned shift and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor HPDC machines according to the process sheet and work instructions.
• Check shot parameters, cycle time, and machine settings, and report deviations to the supervisor or process technician.
• Ladle or monitor automatic metal delivery and keep the furnace and metal supply within specification.
• Remove castings, quench or cool them as directed, and trim gates, runners, and flash using the trim press or hand tools.
• Perform visual and dimensional checks at the frequency required by the control plan; identify defects such as porosity, cold shuts, flash, soldering, and cracks.
• Separate and tag nonconforming parts, and place scrap and returns in the proper containers for remelt.
• Assist with die changes, including preparing tooling and equipment, and help get the machine back to production.
• Record production counts, scrap, downtime, and inspection results accurately.
• Perform basic housekeeping and 5S, including keeping floors, walkways, and the work cell clean and free of hazards.
• Follow all safety rules, including lockout/tagout, hot work, and PPE requirements, and report injuries, near misses, and hazards immediately.

Job description

Orion Castings in Wisconsin seeks a Die Cast Operator to run HPDC machines, monitor cycle times, and perform in-process quality checks. You will follow process sheets, assist with die changes, and keep safety rules around molten metal and heavy equipment.

The role requires reading measurements, bending to lift up to 50 lbs, and standing for long shifts in a hot, noisy environment. Reliable attendance and the ability to work overtime are essential for production flow.