Die Cast Changeover Specialist Pressure AL & Hydraulics; 2nd Shift

Die Cast Changeover Specialist – High-Pressure Aluminum & Hydraulics (2nd Shift)

Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr) + 401(k) Match & Bonuses Cedarburg, WI Area 2nd Shift Direct-Hire

• Pay &
  
  Incentives:
  
  Baseline starting pay up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline scaling directly with experience) + pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, 401(k) with company match, full health/dental/vision benefits, and attendance PTO bonus hours.
• Work Pattern/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Dedicated 2nd Shift schedule providing consistent evening routine stability in a high-volume production environment.
• Environment & Company Profile:
  Direct-hire seat with one of North America's largest independent die casting manufacturers; ISO-certified facility featuring exceptional employee stability (40% of staff over 10+ years tenure) and premier tier-one OEM partnerships.
• Core Functional Scope:
  Lead complete die changes, set machine process parameters (shot speeds, melt temps, intensification rates), rig tooling, and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems on high-pressure cold-chamber aluminum die casting equipment.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization:
  Requires strict career stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), hands-on die cast setup or heavy machinery changeover experience, mechanical troubleshooting depth, 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 in an employee-centric workplace.

• 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 process setup…