Pace
Set Up (10P-6A)
Grafton, WI
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
RoboticsCommunicationLean Manufacturing
About the role
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Maintain setup sheets, process documentation, and production records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, uptime, and efficiency.
- Maintain housekeeping and organization in setup and production areas.
Requirements
- 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.
- Experience with cold chamber aluminum die casting equipment.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Experience in high pressure aluminum die casting setup or manufacturing environment preferred.
- Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and automation systems preferred.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Preferred Skills
- Understanding of casting defects and process troubleshooting.
- Basic computer and data entry skills.
Nice to have
- 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.
- Ensure proper die clamping, alignment, venting, and water connections.
- Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe die handling practices.
- High school diploma or GED required
Skills
- Install and remove dies, trim tools, shot-end components, and auxiliary equipment.
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