Die Cast Technician/Metal Handler

Delaware Dynamics LLC; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Dynamics LLC is seeking a Die Cast Technician based in Muncie, Indiana. This role involves maintaining die cast equipment, assisting management, and ensuring safety in operations. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in high pressure die cast, strong communication skills, and the ability to train team members.

The job requires physical stamina to lift up to 60 pounds, work in high heat environments, and be on feet throughout shifts. A high school diploma is mandatory, with preference for candidates holding a technical degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of high pressure die cast experience.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with management.
• Ability to train and instruct team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work area and equipment following safety procedures.
• Set up, operate, and maintain die cast equipment.
• Provide direct assistance to die cast manager.

Skills

High pressure die cast experience

Basic computer skills

Strong knowledge of die cast processes

Communication skills

Knowledge of hydraulics and mechanics

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

AS/BS degree in a technical field

Job description

Responsible to the Die Cast Supervisor to perform technical assistance in the use of equipment, facilities, and team members in order to meet all safety, production, quality, and departmental goals and requirements. The die cast technician assists in all facets of the die cast operation to implement all necessary skills needed not only meet but exceed customers’ expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures.
• Installation, set up, operate, maintenance of die cast equipment, furnaces, trim, robot, cranes, various tool room equipment, tow motors, hand tools, fabrication tools, and others as assigned.
• Die cast operation, sampling and production to meet customer requirements.
• Assist in development of new technologies.
• Set dies, die maintenance, additional shop duties.
• Provide direct assistance to die cast manager in all aspects of the die cast facility.
• Work in association with all levels and disciplines of both internal and external management and labor to assure objectives are met.
• Provide instruction and assistance in training on equipment and processes to team members.
• Perform "off site" activities as required.

Skills Required

• Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D. (preferred AS/BS degree in a technical field).
• 2 or more years high pressure die cast experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong working knowledge of die cast processes.
• Working knowledge of die cast equipment, furnaces, molten metal management.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to interact with all levels of management and various technical personnel.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electricity, shop processes.
• Basic knowledge of die setting techniques, rigging.
• Ability to train, and instruct team members as applicable.
• "Hands-on", goal oriented, self starter, capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Safety conscious.

Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 60 pounds.
• High heat working environment.
• Twisting motion moving part from one area to the next with up to 60 pound weight.
• Ability to work in hot conditions.
• On feet entire shift.
• Ability to climb steps.
• Kneeling and squatting for brief periods of time.

Time of day

7 AM - 5:30 PM Monday - Friday, and weekends as needed