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Process Control Technician – Up to $41.00/hr (3rd Shift)

Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr based upon experience) • Cedarburg, WI Area • 3rd Shift • Direct Hire / Full-Time

• Compensation & Earnings: Up to $41.00/hr., 401(k) with match, pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, and full benefits.
• Schedule & Work-Life Balance: 3rd shift schedule with opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance.
• Work Environment & Company Profile: Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers featuring high employee stability, 40% tenure over 10+ years, and tier-one OEM partnerships.
• Core Functional Scope: Monitor and optimize high-pressure aluminum die casting process parameters, conduct root-cause analysis on casting defects, and maximize first-pass yields.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization: Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), 2+ years of process control or technical troubleshooting in manufacturing, and a commute within 45min of Cedarburg, WI.

A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking a driven Process Control Technician to oversee and optimize process integrity on their 3rd shift production floor. Responsible for monitoring critical variables on automated, high-pressure aluminum casting cells, this seat plays a direct role in driving down scrap, troubleshooting complex part defects, and ensuring strict compliance with tier-one OEM quality standards. Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire position offers outstanding hourly earnings, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Monitor Process Parameters: Continuously track and analyze critical variables including melt temperatures, shot profiles, injection speeds, intensification pressures, cycle times, and die lubrication.
• Analyze & Resolve Casting Defects: Perform root-cause analysis on defect issues such as porosity, cold shuts, soldering, blisters, flash, misruns, and thermal shrinkage.
• Optimize Machine Parameters: Set up, fine-tune, and validate die casting process parameters for new product launches, die tryouts, and existing production runs.
• Maintain Process Standardization: Establish, document, and maintain accurate process setup sheets and operating instructions for setup techs and machine operators.
• Execute Production Trials: Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to validate process changes, improve first-pass yield, and minimize scrap rates.
• Support Quality & Inspection: Utilize real-time process monitoring systems and review X-ray inspection data to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Train Floor Personnel: Coach and train machine operators and setup technicians on standardized process parameters and operational best practices.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR (REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS)

• Job Stability Required: Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• Manufacturing Process Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in process control, within a manufacturing environment (aluminum die casting, plastic injection molding, or metalworking preferred).
• Technical & Analytical Aptitude: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret process monitoring data, thermal profiles, and quality reports.
• Commutable Radius: Must reside within a 45-min maximum commute of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area.
• Education & Authorization: High School Diploma or GED required; technical diploma or vocational degree in manufacturing tech or metallurgy preferred. Must be fully authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PREFERRED TECHNICAL ASSETS (BONUS SKILLS)

• Die Cast & Vacuum Systems: Specialized background in high-pressure aluminum die casting, vacuum-assisted die casting, or molten metal thermal management.
• Automation & Quality Standards: Familiarity with robotic automation, real-time shot monitoring software, X-ray inspection analysis, and IATF 16949 quality guidelines.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement: Practical experience with Six Sigma methodology, 5S, Pareto analysis, or formal root-cause analysis frameworks.

Please apply here or at impactsolutions.com/opportunities where you can see and apply for any of our open positions.