Die Cast Set Up Tech

Polaris Inc. • Monticello, MN

1d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Polaris Monticello is looking for an ambitious and experienced Die Cast Setup/Process Technician to be a part the team that operates in a die casting, machining, and assembly facility comprising of numerous CNC machining centers, an impreg system, numerous assembly machines, multiple leak testers, two 2500T Buhler machines, StrikoWestofen melting and dosing furnaces, ABB robot extract and spray and associated peripherals. The position activities will be exciting and wide-ranging, from optimizing processes to setting up machines to safely produce high-quality parts. This position requires an individual with a background in high-pressure die casting.

Requirements

• Understanding of die casting principles, including but not limited to: tooling, machines, maintenance, process, common issues.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in die casting required.
• This role requires skills acquired through exposure to/experience with large, technical die casting machines and requires the ability to troubleshoot safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency with various measuring tools required. Responsibilities require using measurement tools to complete machine setups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel) required. Responsibilities require the ability to document processes electronically.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication required. Responsibilities require the ability to effectively communicate process changes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships to lead change.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work requests or environment.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as dictated by business need.
• Ability and willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Further education (including classes, certificates, or degrees) in manufacturing, casting, AutoCAD/SolidWorks or robotics preferred.
• Understanding of motorcycle and powersports industries.
• Experience with high-pressure aluminum casting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup Preparing tools for production, including properly setting up and qualifying the tooling.
• Loading dies into machines and verifying settings by measuring positions and following setup documentation.
• Performing in-process inspections of tooling setup and accurately completing the required paperwork (i.e., the Setup Checklist)
• Documenting and communicating between shifts any actions taken (e.g., changes, concerns) on tooling and machine operations.
• Maintaining work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and following specified safety procedures at all times.
• Process Documenting new and current processes, including process changes, and ensuring process documentation is complete and accurate. This is completed electronically.
• Partnering with Manufacturing Engineering & Die Cast Production teams to resolve process & cell issues including but not limited to: machine maintenance, machine downtime, broken tooling, part transferring, part deflashing, part deburring, and non-conforming material.
• Partnering with Manufacturing Engineering team to implement and support LEAN initiatives, including but not limited to: OPM, PM, spare parts, containerization, idea boards, 5S, one-piece flow, and value stream mapping.
• Assisting with the identification of root causes and corrective actions for quality improvement.
• Working with Environmental, Health & Safety team to identify opportunities and facilitate activities to improve safety environment.

Benefits

• Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.
• In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.
• Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees