Die Caster - Specialist

Astronics Corporation•Clackamas, OR

About The Position

Astronics PECO is seeking two Die Cast Specialists to join its casting team. The role works hands-on with high-pressure die casting machines to produce parts to customer specifications. The specialist troubleshoots Zinc and Aluminum casting machines, sets up and changes out dies, and performs metal sampling operations. The position also includes mentoring other die-casting employees, improving processes, maintaining production and inspection records, programming and troubleshooting robots, coordinating tool repairs, and collaborating with Engineering on new casting processes and metal hygiene. Employment is contingent on authorization to access any applicable U.S. export-controlled items and on successfully passing pre-employment background and drug screenings, including cannabis. Astronics PECO provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities upon request.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in injection die casting.
Proficiency in troubleshooting casting machine programs.
Ability to address practical problems using a common-sense approach.
Proficiency in basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving various units of measurement.
Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screenings, including cannabis.
Authorization under applicable law to access items subject to U.S. export-control laws, if required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and guide Die Cast Trainees, Die Casters, and Senior Die Casters.
Improve die casting processes to support quality and cost efficiency.
Maintain setup sheets, inspection reports, and other records accurately.
Set up and independently operate casting machines, trim presses, and auxiliary equipment.
Set up, load, and troubleshoot robot programs, identifying and correcting program errors.
Diagnose casting defects and adjust processes with minimal assistance.
Collaborate with Engineering to develop casting processes and ensure metal hygiene.
Monitor casting machines and recommend improvements.
Coordinate tool repairs and manage Tool Repair Orders (TROs).
Perform metal sampling operations as required, maintain working knowledge of NADCA guidelines, and apply quality standards.
Follow safety procedures and promptly report unsafe conditions.