High Pressure Die Casting Repair Technician

Focus; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Millison Casting Technology, LLC in Sallisaw, Oklahoma is seeking a Die Repair Technician to maintain and repair high-pressure die casting dies and related tooling. You will work with production, engineering and maintenance to keep tooling in production-ready condition while minimizing downtime and maximizing die life.

The role requires hands-on machining, welding and inspection, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or certification in Tool & Die or machining.
• 3+ years HPDC tooling repair preferred.
• Experience with aluminum die casting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds on HPDC dies, trim dies, and tooling.
• Disassemble, inspect, troubleshoot, and reassemble die cast tooling components.
• Diagnose tooling failures and determine corrective actions to restore production.
• Repair die components using welding, machining, polishing and fitting.
• Read engineering drawings and tooling specs; conduct dimensional inspections.
• Support die tryouts and production startups after repairs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Independent worker

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool & Die or machining certification

Tools

TIG welding

Laser welding

CNC machining

EDM

Surface grinding

Milling

Tool room equipment

CAD prints/readings

Job description

Company: Millison Casting Technology, LLC
Address: 1300 S. Buddy Spencer Ave Sallisaw, OK 74955
Pay Range: $28-$38
Job Title: Die repair technician
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Casting Expert
Location: Sallisaw, Oklahoma

Job Summary

The HPDC Die Repair Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of high-pressure die casting dies, trim dies, and related tooling. This position ensures tooling is maintained to production and quality standards while minimizing downtime and maximizing die life. The technician works closely with production, engineering, tool room personnel, and maintenance teams to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds on HPDC dies, trim dies, and associated tooling.
• Disassemble, inspect, troubleshoot, and reassemble die cast tooling components.
• Diagnose tooling failures and determine corrective actions to restore production readiness.
• Repair worn, damaged, or cracked die components using welding, machining, polishing, grinding, and fitting techniques.
• Perform bench work including spotting, fitting, lapping, and polishing of die surfaces.
• Maintain cooling lines, vent systems, ejector systems, and moving die components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, die designs, blueprints, and tooling specifications.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments.
• Assist in die tryouts and production startups following repairs or modifications.
• Document maintenance activities, repair history, and tooling performance data.
• Recommend tooling improvements to enhance die life, casting quality, and productivity.
• Work with engineering teams on die modifications and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Support emergency tooling repairs to minimize production downtime.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or certification in Tool & Die, Machining, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in high-pressure die casting tooling repair.
• Experience with aluminum die casting operations.
• TIG welding, laser welding, or tool steel repair experience.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, EDM, surface grinding, and milling operations.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (Work Instructions or visual aids)
• Experience repairing and maintaining HPDC dies and tooling.
• Proficiency with hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and tool room equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and CAD-generated prints.
• Knowledge of die casting processes, die construction, and tooling materials.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Technical Skills

• Die disassembly and assembly
• Tool steel repair techniques
• Die spotting and fitting
• Welding and polishing
• Precision measurement tools
• Blueprint reading
• Hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Root cause analysis
• Preventive maintenance practices
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting

Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing and tool room environment.
• Exposure to heat, noise, oils, lubricants, and metalworking equipment.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

Performance Metrics (Support cross functional team)

• Tooling downtime reduction
• Die repair turnaround time
• Die life improvement
• First-pass casting quality
• Preventive maintenance completion rate
• Scrap reduction related to tooling issues
• Safety and quality compliance