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Job Title: Die Cast Operator

Job Description

The Die Cast Operator sets up, operates, and troubleshoots die cast molding machines to produce high-quality zinc castings in a clean, organized machine shop environment. This role focuses on ensuring machines run efficiently, products meet precise specifications, and production goals are achieved safely and consistently across first or second shift schedules.

Pay: $20-28.00/hr (Based off skills & Experience upon meting onsite with leadership)

Responsibilities

• Set up die cast molding machines according to production specifications, including configuring tooling, fixtures, and measuring devices.
• Start up and operate die cast machines to produce zinc castings in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot die cast molding machines to identify and resolve issues related to pressure, temperature, speed, feed rates, and cycle times.
• Turn valves and adjust dials on machines to regulate pressure, temperature, speed, feed rates, and cycle times for optimal performance.
• Ensure machines operate effectively and efficiently throughout the shift, minimizing downtime and maintaining consistent output.
• Check and test castings produced on zinc die cast machines to verify conformance with dimensional and quality requirements.
• Visually inspect products for surface and dimensional defects and take appropriate action to correct or contain nonconforming parts.
• Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and thread gauges, to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure products meet print specifications and customer requirements.
• Follow production instructions, work orders, and print reading requirements to ensure accurate and consistent manufacturing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the machine shop, including proper handling of tools and equipment.
• Support production goals by working efficiently, communicating issues promptly, and assisting team members as needed.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies while performing machine operation, setup, and inspection tasks.

Essential Skills

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and thread gauges.
• Strong math skills and the ability to read and interpret prints and production documentation.
• Ability to set up, operate, and perform basic troubleshooting on production or molding machines.
• High school diploma and/or relevant technical certification.
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs regularly and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with die cast, diecasting, or die cast machine operation and setup.
• Experience as a machine operator in production environments using measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Familiarity with inspection practices and quality checks in a production setting.
• Comfort working with production schedules and meeting output targets.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in operating and maintaining industrial machinery.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable, growth-oriented environment with a strong focus on high-quality, engineered products used by world-class original equipment manufacturers. Employees benefit from an excellent total rewards package, including free employee insurance, two retirement plans (a 401(k) plus a defined contribution plan), paid vacations, and additional benefits that enhance overall compensation. The organization values long-term careers, invests in its workforce, and positions itself as one of the best places to work when considering both pay and benefits, providing a bright future for motivated individuals.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, organized machine shop environment within an indoor manufacturing facility. Team members work around die cast molding machines and related production equipment with constant exposure to moderate noise levels typical of a machine shop. Shifts include a first shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with overtime and a second shift from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with overtime, providing structured hours in a production setting. The position requires standing and walking throughout the workday, frequent reaching with hands and arms, and constant use of hands and fingers to handle and manipulate parts, tools, and measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, and thread gauges. Employees perform frequent repetitive motions and rely on close, distance, color, and depth perception vision to inspect parts and monitor machine operations. The environment emphasizes organization, safety, and precision while working with zinc die cast machines and associated production processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Gages Lake, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gages Lake,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.