Die Casting Process Engineer

Humanscale; Nogales (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis

HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits

Medical Discounts

Ancillary Benefits

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital

Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Programs

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Humanscale is seeking a Die Casting Process Engineer to lead and support die casting and furnace operations in Nogales, AZ. You will define injection parameters, develop work instructions, train staff, and drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in die casting, CAD/CMM/SOLID proficiency, and Six Sigma knowledge; bilingual in Spanish/English is required. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Industrial Engineering or related degree; 5 years die casting experience.
• Proficiency in CAD, CMM, and SOLID.
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt preferred; AIAG Core Tools experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead die casting technicians and furnace staff.
• Develop and maintain work instructions for die casting and furnace operations.
• Define and optimize injection parameters for die casting equipment.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen process improvements.
• Create AIAG Core Tools documentation: FMEA, control plans, SPC, PPAP.
• Plan and monitor projects involving facilities, DCM machines, molds, and furnaces.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Industrial Engineering degree

Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt

Tools

CAD

CMM

SOLID

Job description

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with over 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.

This role will operate under Advanced Die Casting, LLC as a whole-owned subsidiary of Humanscale.

Overview

The Die Casting Process Engineer is responsible for leading and supporting die casting and furnace operations, including oversight of die casting technicians and furnace staff. This role directs, supervises, and continuously improves die casting processes through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to support product quality, operational efficiency, and on-time delivery. Key responsibilities include defining injection parameters, developing work instructions and process documentation, training production staff, optimizing machine performance, supporting new projects, managing peripheral inventory, and driving automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the die casting area.

Responsibilities

• Lead die casting technicians and furnace staff to support safe, efficient daily operations including management of furnaces.
• Develop and maintain work instructions for die casting and furnace operations.
• Establish and maintain process parameter sheets for die casting and furnace equipment.
• Create and deliver training for die casting and furnace personnel.
• Drive process improvements related to controls, SPC, data collection, efficiency, downtime reduction, new projects, and setup reduction.
• Create and maintain AIAG Core Tools documentation, including process flow diagrams, FMEA, control plans, SPC, and PPAP documentation.
• Manage inventory control for die casting and furnace machine peripherals.
• Support development projects, DFM reviews, validation activities, process flow updates, and tooling improvements to enhance performance and tool life.
• Train new team members across varying skill levels and operational responsibilities.
• Analyze opportunities and implement improvements that advance automation within the die casting area.
• Define and optimize injection parameters to support quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Plan and monitor new projects involving facilities, DCM machines, molds, and furnaces.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and production teams to identify projects that improve key performance indicators.
• Lead and participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen process improvement initiatives.
• Analyze die casting productivity, rejects, downtime, and machine efficiency data.
• Optimize die casting processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and throughput.
• Provide production support to resolve technical issues and drive continuous process improvement.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for die casting and furnace processes.
• Perform failure analysis and implement corrective actions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Participate in the design and development of new die casting products and processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Industrial Engineering or related degree and/or related experience.
• 5 years minimum experience in die casting process.
• Proficiency in CAD, CMM, and SOLID preferred.
• Six Sigma Certification: Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Experience with AIAG Core Tools: APQP, Process Flow Diagrams, FMEA (or AMEF), Control Plans, SPC, and PPAP preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and stay organized.
• Capable of balancing team and individual responsibilities; able to foster a strong team environment.
• Drives strategic alignment across departments to achieve business goals.
• Customer focused; adept at managing difficult situations; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to build credibility within an organization and with customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills including root cause identification and continuous improvement.
• Possesses/develops knowledge regarding products, procedures, and policies. Understands critical issues affecting the organization.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Resolves conflict; maintains confidentiality; has good listening skills; maintains composure and is receptive to new ideas and feedback.
• Excellent follow-through skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Lifting capacity of up to 30 lbs.

Computer Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) to manage daily correspondence, draft documents, and track basic data.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
  Medical Discounts
• Ancillary Benefits
  Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
  Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• 401k matching
• Paid time off

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled/Veteran)

Salary Range: $75,005-$109,404

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.