Machine Operator-Die Cast

QuickCable; Franksville (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit eligible after 30 days

401(k) match after 30 days

2 weeks PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Safety PPE provided

Job summary

QuickCable in Wisconsin is seeking a die cast machine operator to set up, adjust and run die casting equipment to produce parts per drawings and specifications. You will follow safety rules, perform inspections, and document production data while maintaining quality on every run.

The role requires standing 8+ hours, lifting up to 50 lbs, PPE usage, and effective communication with a team in a loud, hot environment. Training and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 months of machine tool operating experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• English reading and writing are not mandatory, but communication through an interpreter is required.
• Must stand for 8 hours or more and lift 50 lbs or more.
• Must wear PPE including steel toe shoes, gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, and face mask.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates die cast machines to produce castings in accordance with specifications.
• Follows drawings, and job orders; mounts, aligns and secures dies; checks ejector pins.
• Changes out inserts when required and connects/regs cooling devices.
• Charges furnace with proper alloy and regulates metal temperature; sprays mold release as needed.
• Makes trial shots, checks, and adjusts settings to achieve quality; monitors and communicates with operations.
• Uses fixed gauges, scales, calipers and completes inspection sheets; records production data.
• Operates die cast machines as directed by Lead Operator or Supervisor and performs 5S tasks.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefit Eligibility & 401(k) Match After 30 days, 2 weeks PTO, Growth Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, and more!

Monday-Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

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 complete 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 50lbs 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 be reach 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.

Schedule:Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr

**Company's 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.

• Pride ourselves on our close-knit family atmosphere and culture
• Benefit eligible following 30 days, including 401(k) Match
• 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