Die Repair Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift gea

Davita Inc.; Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. seeks a Die Cast Technician to troubleshoot and maintain casting dies in a challenging plant environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 3 years of relevant experience, and be mechanically inclined. The role includes physical demands and the opportunity for certification in forklift and crane operation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid life and disability insurance

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and personal time

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in die-cast or equivalent trade.
• Knowledgeable of die casting and operations.
• Must obtain MKC forklift and crane certification.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain casting dies.
• Disassemble and assemble casting dies performing routine maintenance.
• Operate hydraulic equipment and maintain work environment.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Good communication skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Depth Micrometer

Dial Indicators

Calipers

AutoVue

Job description

We are looking for people who are very mechanically inclined and willing to learn. Someone who is comfortable in the shop and working on replacing and repairing the various dies. Remember this is very dirty and we are looking for people open to contract to hire only.

POSITION SUMMARY

Troubleshoot die cast dies that are not functioning as designed. Make minor corrections to dies that are not making a part to print (replacing a core, date codes or ejector pins, etc.). Disassemble and assemble casting dies performing routine and preventative scheduled maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assemble casting dies.

Troubleshoot dies that are not working.

Make repairs to a die while it is on a die-cast machine.

Create maintenance work requisitions for repairs to die maintenance equipment, die-related issues such as hydraulic cylinder fixes, electrical work, etc.

Reading prints (Product drawings, Die-Cast and Trim Die prints) and use measuring equipment (Micrometer, Depth Micrometer, Dial Indicators, Calipers, etc.).

Use AutoVue to view designs.

Setting limit switches and final fitting slide(s) and slide locks.

Operate ejector pin grinder, hydraulic cavity extraction equipment, and hydraulic power unit used for final inspection of hydraulic cylinder setups.

Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Plant conditions, smoke, heat fumes, noise, risk of cuts, bruises, burns and crushing injuries.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical exertion is required with occasional lifting of up to 70 pounds. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally bend and move about the facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 3 years' experience in die-cast or equivalent trade.

Knowledgeable of die casting and how a casting die operates.

Must be able to obtain MKC forklift and crane certification.

Other key characteristics: Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, good communication skills, and a team player.

Equal opportunity employer, a pre-employment drug screening, and a post-employment background check employer.

A competitive salary and benefits package to full-time employees that includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, 401k plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid personal time, and paid parental leave.