Die Casting Press Technician (2nd Shift)

Gibbs Die Casting Corp.; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Gibbs Die Casting Corp. in Henderson, KY seeks experienced Heavy Machinery Mechanics for the 2nd shift to repair and rebuild high‑pressure die casting presses (850T–2000T) and trim presses.

The role requires diagnosing hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues and performing welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components. Candidates should read schematics/blueprints and be comfortable working with large-scale machinery in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagrams.
• Repair and rebuild vertical/horizontal high-pressure presses (850T–2000T).
• Operate safely in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair, rebuild, and maintain vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses (850T–2000T) and related equipment.
• Diagnose hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues using schematics and blueprints.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components.

Skills

Hydraulics

Electrical diagrams

Mechanical repair

PLC troubleshooting

Welding

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Gibbs Die Casting Corp. in Henderson, KY seeks experienced Heavy Machinery Mechanics for the 2nd shift to repair and rebuild high‑pressure die casting presses (850T–2000T) and trim presses.

The role requires diagnosing hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues and performing welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components. Candidates should read schematics/blueprints and be comfortable working with large-scale machinery in a manufacturing setting.