Die Cast​/Equipment Technician

Job Summary

summary and overall objectives of role

The Die Cast/ Equipment Technician Trainee is part of the Maintenance team. This role will work alongside an experienced Die Cast/Equipment Technician to learn how to repair and maintain all equipment in the Assembly, Heavy Duty or Controls tooling area. Will learn how to assist cell leaders when set-ups or problems occur. In addition to assigned job functions, must follow department policies & procedures and all Company safety procedures and practices.

• Training on how to maintain die cast machines and other department equipment
• Learns how to assist cell leaders with set-ups and retrieving parts
• Performs duties in the safest and most efficient manner possible
• Responsible for the safe operation of company equipment
• Works respectfully with other team members
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned
• General familiarity with department equipment
• Ability to read and follow instructions & guidelines in documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Able to follow direction given by senior employees in training process
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to problem solve

• High school diploma or GED or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience working with manufacturing machinery
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Technical School training

None

• Working near moving mechanical parts, fumes, and/or airborne particles can be expected frequently
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock and adverse weather can be expected occasionally

• Manual labor job in a manufacturing environment
• Temperature fluctuations on production floor
• Must be able to lift/carry heavy objects up to 100 pounds
• Standing for long periods of time; climbing, walking
• Hand dexterity
• Ability to operate departmental equipment

It is Wescon Controls policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and to all of our locations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.