Set Up (2P-10P)

Orion Castings; Town of Grafton (WI); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Orion Casting is seeking a Die Cast Setup Technician in Wisconsin to set up, change over, and prepare high-pressure aluminum die casting machines and tooling. You will install dies, set process parameters, verify hydraulics and cooling, troubleshoot issues, support first-piece inspections, and coordinate with production, tooling, maintenance and quality.

You will maintain setup docs, assist in continuous improvement, follow lockout/tagout and safety procedures, and help ensure quality and

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Experience in high pressure aluminum die casting setup or manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to read setup sheets, blueprints, and process documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Aufgaben

• Perform die changes and machine setups for high pressure aluminum die casting machines.
• Set process parameters including temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, and timing.
• Verify hydraulics, cooling, lubrication, and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot setup and process issues impacting quality and cycle time.
• Assist in startup approval and first-piece inspections.
• Coordinate setup activities with production, tooling, maintenance, and quality.
• Maintain setup sheets and production records.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics/blueprints

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Tools

Cranes & forklifts operation

Die handling equipment

Hydraulics & automation basics

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

The Die Cast Setup Technician is responsible for setting up, changing over, and preparing high pressure aluminum die casting machines and auxiliary equipment for production. This position ensures machines, dies, tooling, and process parameters are properly installed and operating safely and efficiently to meet quality and production requirements.

• Install and remove dies, trim tools, shot-end components, and auxiliary equipment.


• Set process parameters including temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, intensification, and timing.


• Verify proper operation of hydraulics, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and automation equipment.


• Troubleshoot setup and process issues related to casting quality, cycle time, and machine performance.


• Assist in startup approval and first-piece inspections to ensure quality standards are met.


• Coordinate setup activities with production, tooling, maintenance, and quality departments.


• Perform machine adjustments during startup and production runs as needed.


• Ensure proper die clamping, alignment, venting, and water connections.


• Maintain setup sheets, process documentation, and production records.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, uptime, and efficiency.


• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe die handling practices.


• Maintain housekeeping and organization in setup and production areas.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform die changes and machine setups for high pressure aluminum die casting machines.


• Install and remove dies, trim tools, shot-end components, and auxiliary equipment.


• Set process parameters including temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, intensification, and timing.


• Verify proper operation of hydraulics, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and automation equipment.


• Troubleshoot setup and process issues related to casting quality, cycle time, and machine performance.


• Assist in startup approval and first-piece inspections to ensure quality standards are met.


• Coordinate setup activities with production, tooling, maintenance, and quality departments.


• Perform machine adjustments during startup and production runs as needed.


• Ensure proper die clamping, alignment, venting, and water connections.


• Maintain setup sheets, process documentation, and production records.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, uptime, and efficiency.


• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe die handling practices.


• Maintain housekeeping and organization in setup and production areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.


• Experience in high pressure aluminum die casting setup or manufacturing environment preferred.


• Knowledge of die cast machines, tooling, and casting processes.


• Ability to read setup sheets, blueprints, and process documentation.


• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.


• Ability to safely operate cranes, forklifts, and die handling equipment.


• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and automation systems preferred.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cold chamber aluminum die casting equipment.


• Understanding of casting defects and process troubleshooting.


• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts.


• Basic computer and data entry skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching.


• Ability to work around heat, molten aluminum, noise, and moving machinery.

Key Position Competencies

• Communications – Listening, Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing.


• Cognition – Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgement, and Problem Solving.


• Personal Effectiveness – Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results Focus & Initiative, Safety Focus, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, and Tact.


• Interaction with Others – Influencing Others, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Valuing Diversity


• Occupational – Advocating Causes, Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations, Facilitating Groups, Interviewing Others, Providing Consultation, and Presenting Information.


• Management Qualities – Business Alignment, Coaching and Mentoring, Leadership, Fiscal Accountability, Organizational & Political Savvy, Planning & Organizing, Staff Management and Strategic Vision.

For more information about Orion Casting Careers and future job postings, please JOIN our Talent Community at www.orioncastings.com/careers. Orion Casting has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity, and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify the hiring department by the application deadline.