Set Up (10P-6A)

Die Cast Setup Technician responsible for setting up, changing over, and preparing high pressure aluminum die casting machines and auxiliary equipment for production. Ensures machines, dies, tooling, and process parameters are properly installed and operating safely and efficiently to meet quality and production requirements. Essential duties include die changes, machine setups, installing/removing dies and tooling, setting process parameters (temperatures, pressures, shot speeds, intensification, timing), verifying hydraulics/cooling/lubrication/automation systems, troubleshooting setup and process issues, assisting startup approval and first-piece inspections, coordinating with production/tooling/maintenance/quality, performing machine adjustments, ensuring proper die clamping/alignment/venting/water connections, maintaining setup sheets and production records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives (scrap reduction, uptime, efficiency) while following lockout/tagout and safety procedures. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and experience or training in die casting/setup; mechanical aptitude and ability to operate cranes/forklifts; familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and automation; strong communication and teamwork skills. Preferred skills include experience with cold chamber aluminum die casting equipment and knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts, plus basic computer and data entry skills.