Machine Operator-Die Cast

QuickCable Corporation; Franksville (WI); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Continuing Education/Tuition Reimbursement

2 weeks PTO & 10 Paid holidays

Company paid PPE including Safety Shoes

Job summary

QuickCable Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator-Die Cast in Franksville, WI. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting die cast machines to produce quality castings. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, follow safety regulations, and handle physical demands like lifting heavy materials.

This full-time position offers 401(k) match, growth opportunities, and paid time off. Join us in our commitment to high performance and reliability within the DC Electrical Market while benefiting from a stable and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of relevant machine tool operating experience preferred.
• Ability to complete written forms and read basic instructions.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours or more.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate the die cast machines.
• Follow drawings and job orders to produce castings.
• Monitor shots and ensure quality throughout production.

Skills

Machine tool operating

Basic arithmetic skills

Ability to communicate through interpreter

Coordination and manual dexterity

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Vision requirements

Ability to work in high temperatures

Ability to work in loud environments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Machine Operator-Die Cast

Schedule and Pay

Monday‑Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr

Job Description

Sets‑up, adjusts, and operates die cast machines to produce castings in accordance with specifications.

Responsibilities

• Follows drawings, and job orders.
• Mounts, aligns and secures dies, checks ejector pins for proper action.
• Changes out inserts when required.
• Connects and regulates cooling devices.
• Charges furnace with proper alloy and regulates metal temperature.
• Sprays die cavity with mold release as required to prevent castings from sticking.
• Makes trial shots, checks, and adjusts settings to achieve satisfactory quality.
• Monitors shots and communicates with Secondary operations to maintain quality throughout the run.
• Uses measuring instruments such as fixed gauges, scales, caliper, etc.
• Completes inspection sheets.
• Operates die cast machines to produce parts as directed by Lead Operator or Supervisor.
• Makes minor adjustments and tool changes as needed to maintain part quality.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations.
• Completes paperwork for recording inspections, production data, or other activity.
• Performs 5S tasks in the work area and completes area checklist.
• Reports unsafe acts and unsafe conditions to the lead operator or supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. One to three months of machine tool operating experience is preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to use these operations using units of weight and length measurement.
• English reading and writing are not mandatory, but operator must be able to communicate through an interpreter.
• Ability to complete written forms and read basic written instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to use your hands in a skillful, coordinated way to grasp and manipulate objects and demonstrate small, precise movements.
• Must be able to extend arms to place and remove products in workspace.
• Required to stand for 8 hours or more.
• Must lift 50 lbs or more.
• Must have 20/30 vision or better, and/or have corrective glasses to meet this requirement.
• Ability to work in hot environment that may reach up to 100 degrees or higher.
• Ability to work in very loud and noisy work environment.Must wear Personal Protective Equipment which includes designated uniform, steel toe shoes, gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, and face mask.

Company Profile

QuickCable is the leading domestic manufacturer of connectors, cable assemblies, and tools in the DC Electrical Market. Our components, cable assemblies, and accessories are used wherever high performance and reliability are critical. You will find our products in Commercial Vehicles, Construction, Aviation Ground Support, Agricultural, Material Handling, and various other commercial and industrial equipment. We engineer and manufacture in the United States, have a strong presence in Canada, and distribute globally. Our valued workforce is committed to our customers' success through innovative products, custom solutions, and superior service.

Benefits

• Benefit eligible following 30 days, including 401(k) Match.
• Growth & Development opportunities.
• Continuing Education/Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 per year.
• 2 weeks PTO & 10 Paid holidays to support your work/life balance.
• Company paid PPE including Safety Shoes every 6 months.

Equal Opportunity Employer.