Senior Die Cast Changeover Technician – Cold-Chamber Systems; 2nd Shift

Location: Cedarburg, WI |
Schedule: Full-time, 2nd Shift, on-site |
Compensation: Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline depending on experience)

A leading North American die casting manufacturer is seeking a Senior Die Cast Changeover Technician to join its 2nd shift team at its Cedarburg, WI facility. This direct-hire, full-time role is central to keeping high-pressure cold-chamber die casting operations running efficiently, leading die changes, setting process parameters, and troubleshooting equipment in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

• Perform complete die changes and tooling setups for high-pressure aluminum die casting machines and auxiliary automation equipment
• Establish and fine-tune critical machine parameters including melt temperatures, hydraulic pressures, shot speeds, intensification rates, and cycle timing
• Safely rig, align, and install dies, trim tools, shot-end components, plunger systems, and cooling/lubrication lines using overhead cranes and forklifts
• Diagnose and resolve setup, machine, or casting defects during startup and production runs to optimize cycle times and eliminate scrap
• Inspect hydraulic, pneumatic, water/cooling, and automated spray/ladle systems prior to production sign-off
• Coordinate with Quality and Production to complete initial part runs and first-piece inspection approvals according to setup sheets
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), crane safety protocols, and safe molten metal handling procedures during all setups and teardowns

• Demonstrated career stability with a minimum of 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer
• Hands-on setup or changeover experience in high-pressure aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, stamping, or heavy industrial manufacturing
• Strong troubleshooting capabilities in mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and reading complex process setup sheets
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate overhead bridge cranes, forklifts, and heavy rigging equipment
• Must reside within a maximum commute of 45 minutes of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have full U.S. work authorization without sponsorship

• Technical/vocational training preferred
• Specialized hands-on experience setting up cold-chamber die casting machines and automated robotic cells (ABB, FANUC)
• Advanced knowledge of identifying and resolving porosity, cold shuts, soldering, and flash defects
• Practical experience utilizing 5S, SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die), or continuous improvement tools to reduce setup changeover times

• Starting pay up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline depending on experience)
• Pay-for-performance bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Full health/dental/vision benefits
• Opportunities to earn additional bonus PTO per year for strong attendance

This is a direct-hire position offering long-term stability, competitive hourly pay, strong 401(k) matching, and clear career growth paths at an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the workforce has over a decade of tenure.