HPDC Die Repair Specialist

Millison Casting Technology; Sallisaw (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Millison Casting Technology in Sallisaw, OK seeks an HPDC Die Repair Technician to repair, maintain, and improve high‑pressure die casting dies and related tooling. You will collaborate with production, engineering, tool room and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maximize die life while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands on experience with die tooling, troubleshooting, and repairs, plus the ability to read blueprints and CAD drawings.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Dies repair

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Precision measuring

Welding

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tool & Die training certified

Tools

CAD

Tool room equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Millison Casting Technology in Sallisaw, OK seeks an HPDC Die Repair Technician to repair, maintain, and improve high‑pressure die casting dies and related tooling. You will collaborate with production, engineering, tool room and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maximize die life while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands on experience with die tooling, troubleshooting, and repairs, plus the ability to read blueprints and CAD drawings.