Lead Die Cast Setup Tech - High-Pressure Aluminum (2nd Shift)

Mindscope; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Full benefits

Bonus PTO opportunities

Job summary

Mindscope in Cedarburg, WI is seeking a Die Cast Setup Technician for the 2nd shift to lead die changes, set process parameters, and troubleshoot high-pressure aluminum die casting equipment in a fast-paced, ISO-certified facility. You will own tooling changeovers, optimize machine performance, and collaborate with a craftsman-focused team.

A minimum 2+ years of hands-on setup experience and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• Hands-on die cast setup or heavy machinery changeover experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting in hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete die changes and tooling setups for high-pressure aluminum die casting machines.
• Set and fine-tune process parameters: melt temperatures, hydraulic pressures, shot speeds, timings.
• Safely rig, align, and install dies and tooling using cranes and forklifts.
• Diagnose setup or production defects to optimize cycle times and reduce scrap.
• Inspect hydraulic, pneumatic, water/cooling systems prior to production sign-off.
• Coordinate with Quality and Production for first-piece inspections and setup validation.

Skills

Die cast setup

Mechanical troubleshooting

Process parameter setting

Reading setup sheets

Quality issue diagnosis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Mindscope in Cedarburg, WI is seeking a Die Cast Setup Technician for the 2nd shift to lead die changes, set process parameters, and troubleshoot high-pressure aluminum die casting equipment in a fast-paced, ISO-certified facility. You will own tooling changeovers, optimize machine performance, and collaborate with a craftsman-focused team.

A minimum 2+ years of hands-on setup experience and US work authorization are required.