Process Control Technician Pressure Aluminum Die Casting; 3rd 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:

Process Control Technician - High-Pressure Aluminum Die Casting (3rd Shift)

Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr), Cedarburg, WI Area, 3rd Shift, Direct-Hire

• 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 3rd shift schedule providing consistent off-shift routine stability and premium earning potential.
• 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:
  Monitor and optimize high-pressure aluminum die casting process parameters, analyze shot profiles, conduct root-cause defect analysis, and drive first-pass yield improvements.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization:
  Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), 2+ years of process control or technical troubleshooting depth in manufacturing, 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 driven Process Control Technician to oversee and optimize process integrity on their 3rd shift production floor. Responsible for monitoring critical variables on automated, high-pressure aluminum casting cells, this seat plays a direct role in driving down scrap, troubleshooting complex part defects, and ensuring strict compliance with tier-one OEM quality standards.

Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire position offers outstanding hourly earnings, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities. You will serve as the technical authority on process integrity during off-shift hours, working with real-time monitoring software and automated cells to maximize production yield.

• Monitor Process Parameters:
  Continuously track and analyze critical variables including melt temperatures, shot profiles, injection speeds, intensification pressures, cycle times, and die lubrication.
• Analyze & Resolve Casting Defects:
  Perform root-cause analysis on defect issues such as porosity, cold shuts, soldering, blisters, flash, misruns, and thermal shrinkage.
• Optimize Machine Parameters:
  Set up, fine-tune, and validate die casting process parameters for new product launches, die tryouts, and existing production runs.
• Maintain Process Standardization:
  Establish, document, and maintain accurate process setup sheets and operating instructions for setup techs and machine operators.
• Execute Production Trials:
  Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to validate process changes, improve first-pass yield, and minimize scrap rates.
• Support Quality & Inspection:
  Utilize real-time process monitoring systems and review X-ray inspection data to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Train Floor Personnel:
  Coach and train machine operators and setup technicians on standardized process parameters and operational best practices.

• Job Stability
  
  Required:
  
  Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• Manufacturing Process
  
  Experience:
  
  2+ years of hands-on experience in process control within a manufacturing environment (aluminum die casting, plastic injection…