Die Cast Setup Technician: Precision, Uptime & Quality

Orion Castings; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Castings, a premier die casting manufacturer, is seeking a Die Cast Setup Technician in Wisconsin. You will set up, change over, and prepare high pressure aluminum die casting machines and tooling to meet quality and production requirements.

Responsibilities include dies installation, parameter setting, startup support, and troubleshooting. You will work with maintenance, tooling, and quality to ensure safe, efficient operations and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Experience in high pressure aluminum die casting setup or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of die cast machines, tooling, and casting processes.
• Ability to read setup sheets, blueprints, and process documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, forklifts, and die handling equipment.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and automation systems preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform die changes and machine setups for high pressure aluminum die casting machines.
• Install and remove dies, trim tools, shot-end components, and auxiliary equipment.
• Set process parameters including temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, intensification, and timing.
• Verify proper operation of hydraulics, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot setup and process issues related to casting quality, cycle time, and machine performance.
• Assist in startup approval and first-piece inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate setup activities with production, tooling, maintenance, and quality departments.
• Perform machine adjustments during startup and production runs as needed.
• Ensure proper die clamping, alignment, venting, and water connections.
• Maintain setup sheets, process documentation, and production records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, uptime, and efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe die handling practices.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization in setup and production areas.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Orion Castings, a premier die casting manufacturer, is seeking a Die Cast Setup Technician in Wisconsin. You will set up, change over, and prepare high pressure aluminum die casting machines and tooling to meet quality and production requirements.

Responsibilities include dies installation, parameter setting, startup support, and troubleshooting. You will work with maintenance, tooling, and quality to ensure safe, efficient operations and accurate documentation.