Process Control Technician – High-Pressure Aluminum Die Casting (3rd Shift)

Mindscope; Cedarburg (WI); Presencial; USD 59.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) match

Bonus opportunities

Full benefits

Bonus PTO for attendance

Descripción de la vacante

Mindscope is seeking a Process Control Technician for the 3rd shift in Cedarburg, WI. You will monitor high-stakes die casting parameters and drive process improvements to minimize scrap and ensure quality.

You will work with automated cells, analyze defects, and collaborate with QA and engineering to validate changes, while maintaining strict shift responsibilities and manufacturing standards.

Formación

• 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• 2+ years of hands-on process control in manufacturing.
• Must reside within 45-minute commute of Cedarburg, WI.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor critical process parameters (temperatures, shot profiles, injection speeds, pressures, cycle times, lubrication).
• Analyze defects and perform root-cause analysis to reduce scrap and improve first-pass yield.
• Set up and optimize machine parameters for new launches and existing runs.
• Maintain standardization with setup sheets and operating instructions.
• Conduct production trials with quality and engineering teams to validate changes.

Conocimientos

Process control

Root-cause analysis

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Technical diploma or vocational degree

Herramientas

X-ray inspection data

Real-time monitoring software

Robotic automation

Descripción del empleo

Job Order ID: 4803

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: $59280-85280/Yr

Web Publication Date: 10/13/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location: Cedarburg, WI 53012

Job Function:

Process Control Technician - High-Pressure Aluminum Die Casting (3rd Shift)

Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr), Cedarburg, WI Area, 3rd Shift, Direct-Hire

• Pay & Incentives: Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr based upon experience), 401(k) with match, pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, full benefits, and opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance.
• Work Pattern/Schedule: Predictable 3rd shift schedule providing consistent off-shift routine stability and premium earning potential.
• Environment & Company Profile: Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers featuring high employee stability, 40% tenure over 10+ years, and tier-one OEM partnerships (Caterpillar, Harley-Davidson, Kohler, Warner).
• Core Functional Scope: Monitor and optimize high-pressure aluminum die casting process parameters, analyze shot profiles, conduct root-cause defect analysis, and drive first-pass yield improvements.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization: Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), 2+ years of process control or technical troubleshooting depth in manufacturing, US work authorization, and a commute within 45 minutes of Cedarburg, WI.

A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking a driven Process Control Technician to oversee and optimize process integrity on their 3rd shift production floor. Responsible for monitoring critical variables on automated, high-pressure aluminum casting cells, this seat plays a direct role in driving down scrap, troubleshooting complex part defects, and ensuring strict compliance with tier-one OEM quality standards.

Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire position offers outstanding hourly earnings, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities. You will serve as the technical authority on process integrity during off-shift hours, working with real-time monitoring software and automated cells to maximize production yield.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Monitor Process Parameters: Continuously track and analyze critical variables including melt temperatures, shot profiles, injection speeds, intensification pressures, cycle times, and die lubrication.
• Analyze & Resolve Casting Defects: Perform root-cause analysis on defect issues such as porosity, cold shuts, soldering, blisters, flash, misruns, and thermal shrinkage.
• Optimize Machine Parameters: Set up, fine-tune, and validate die casting process parameters for new product launches, die tryouts, and existing production runs.
• Maintain Process Standardization: Establish, document, and maintain accurate process setup sheets and operating instructions for setup techs and machine operators.
• Execute Production Trials: Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to validate process changes, improve first-pass yield, and minimize scrap rates.
• Support Quality & Inspection: Utilize real-time process monitoring systems and review X-ray inspection data to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Train Floor Personnel: Coach and train machine operators and setup technicians on standardized process parameters and operational best practices.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• Job Stability Required: Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• Manufacturing Process Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in process control within a manufacturing environment (aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, or metalworking preferred).
• Technical & Analytical Aptitude: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret process monitoring data, thermal profiles, and quality reports.
• Commutable Radius: Must reside within a 45-minute maximum commute of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area.
• Education & Authorization: High School Diploma or GED required; technical diploma or vocational degree in manufacturing tech or metallurgy preferred. Must be fully authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)

• Die Cast & Vacuum Systems: Specialized background in high-pressure aluminum die casting, vacuum-assisted die casting, or molten metal thermal management.
• Automation & Quality Standards: Familiarity with robotic automation, real-time shot monitoring software, X-ray inspection analysis, and IATF 16949 quality guidelines.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement: Practical experience with Six Sigma methodology, 5S, Pareto analysis, or formal root-cause analysis frameworks.