| Job ID |
Specialty |
Geographic Location |
City |
State |
Recruiter |
| 2567882 |
Allied Health |
|
Cedarburg |
WI |
jobsinmedical.com |
Company Name: jobsinmedical.com
Recruiter Name: Joe Cresci
Contact Phone: 413-732-2666
Job Title: Senior Die Cast Changeover Technician – Cold-Chamber Systems (2nd Shift)
In HouseID: JIM-1544
Senior Die Cast Changeover Technician – Cold-Chamber Systems (2nd Shift) Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr) • Cedarburg, WI Area • 2nd Shift • Direct-Hire / Full-Time Compensation & Earnings: Starting pay up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline depending on experience), pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, 401(k) with company match, and full health/dental/vision benefits. Schedule & Work-Life Balance: Dedicated 2nd shift schedule with opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance. Work Environment & Company Profile: Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers in North America featuring exceptional stability, 40% employee tenure over 10+ years, and premier tier-one OEM partnerships. Core Functional Scope: Lead complete die changes, set machine process parameters, and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems on high-pressure cold-chamber die casting equipment. Strict Requirements & Authorization: Strict job stability required (minimum 2+ years per employer); hands-on die cast setup or heavy machinery changeover experience; mechanical troubleshooting skills; local commute within 45 minutes of Cedarburg, WI; U.S. work authorization. A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking a skilled Die Cast Setup Technician to join their 2nd shift team. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, this seat is critical for performing timely die changes, setting precise process parameters, and optimizing machine performance across high-pressure aluminum die casting cells. Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the workforce boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire position offers long-term stability, competitive top-tier hourly pay, strong 401(k) matching, and clear career growth paths. What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities) Execute Die Changes & Setups: Perform complete die changes and tooling setups for high-pressure aluminum die casting machines and auxiliary automation equipment. Set Process Parameters: Establish and fine-tune critical machine parameters including melt temperatures, hydraulic pressures, shot speeds, intensification rates, and cycle timing. Install Tooling & Auxiliaries: Safely rig, align, and install dies, trim tools, shot-end components, plunger systems, and cooling/lubrication lines using overhead cranes and forklifts. Troubleshoot Process & Quality: Diagnose and resolve setup, machine, or casting defects during startup and production runs to optimize cycle times and eliminate scrap. Verify System Functionality: Inspect hydraulic, pneumatic, water/cooling, and automated spray/ladle systems prior to production sign-off. Conduct First-Piece Inspections: Coordinate with Quality and Production to complete initial part runs and first-piece inspection approvals according to setup sheets. Enforce Safety Standards: Rigorously follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), crane safety protocols, and safe molten metal handling procedures during all setups and teardowns. 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. Setup & Tooling Experience: Proven hands-on setup or changeover experience in high-pressure aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, stamping, or heavy industrial manufacturing. Technical & Mechanical Aptitude: Strong troubleshooting capabilities in mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and reading complex process setup sheets. Equipment Operations: Demonstrated ability to safely operate overhead bridge cranes, forklifts, and heavy rigging equipment. 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/v
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