Die Cast Setup Technician Pressure Aluminum; 2nd Shift

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Employment Type:

Permanent

Salary: $/Yr

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

Job Location:

Cedarburg, WI 53012

Job Function:

• 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 2nd shift schedule providing consistent evening routine stability.
• 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:
  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:
  Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), hands-on die cast setup or heavy machinery changeover experience, mechanical troubleshooting skills, 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 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. You will take full ownership over tooling changeovers, cell automation setups, and process optimization while working alongside a collaborative, craftsman-focused production team.

• 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.

• 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…