Die Maintenance Associate

Description of Position:
Support in all aspects of daily die-cast operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair (all types), production support, machine downtime solutions, efficiency improvements, die rebuilds, component part rebuilds, crucible replacement (planned/unplanned), and all other die-cast support activities as needed.

Step up Program Summary: The Die Maintenance Step-Up Program is a three-year training program designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to become a skilled Die Maintenance Technician. Throughout the program, employees receive progressive training that covers all aspects of die maintenance, including preventative maintenance, die repair, troubleshooting, machining techniques, and proper maintenance procedures. As participants develop their abilities, they gain increasing responsibility while working alongside experienced technicians, ensuring they acquire the skills necessary to independently maintain, repair, and troubleshoot dies in support of safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

Program Curriculum:
Support die repairs, die rebuilds, troubleshooting, and other assigned activities

Work closely with die-cast team members to complete job assignments in a timely manner

Support all types of machine breakdown repairs including hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical

Work directly with the Die-Cast Maintenance Team Leader for downtime reduction and efficiency improvements

Participate in all required training activities to improve and master assigned job duties

Perform robot recovery and support robot training activities when requested

All other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

Education
High school education or any combination of equivalent experience and education

Experience
Manufacturing experience utilizing team-based problem-solving techniques (re word for no experience needed)

Computer Skills (Wanted not required)
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Personal/Other Skills
Mechanical aptitude and strong knowledge of mechanical systems
Ability to define problems and resolve them quickly
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and situations
Self-starter who works well with others and demonstrates a positive, can-do attitude
Good time management skills and discipline to self-prioritize daily activities