Die Repair Tehnician

We are looking for people who are very mechanically inclined and willing to learn. Someone who is comfortable in the shop and working on replacing and repairing the various dies. Remember this is very dirty.

Tool and Die

1-2^nd Shift SP

1-1^st Shift North

1-3^rd shift North

1-2^nd Shift South

1-3^rd Shift South

• Assemble casting dies.
• Troubleshoot dies that are not working.
• Make repairs to a die while it is on a die-cast machine.
• Create maintenance work requisitions for repairs to die maintenance equipment, die-related issues such as hydraulic cylinder fixes, electrical work, etc.
• Reading prints (Product drawings, Die-Cast and Trim Die prints) and use measuring equipment (Micrometer, Depth Micrometer, Dial Indicators, Calipers, etc.).
• Use AutoVue to view designs.
• Setting limit switches and final fitting slide(s) and slide locks.
• Operate ejector pin grinder, hydraulic cavity extraction equipment, and hydraulic power unit used for final inspection of hydraulic cylinder setups.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in die-cast or equivalent trade.
• Knowledgeable of die casting and how a casting die operates.
• Must be able to obtain MKC forklift and crane certification.
• Other key characteristics: Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, good communication skills, and a team player.