Casting Technician SMED - 3rd Shift

CASTING TECHNICIAN (SMED) – 3rd SHIFT

Join a skilled manufacturing team where your technical expertise directly impacts product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

As a Production Technician on our SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) Team, you’ll play a key role in fast, accurate die-cast changeovers and continuous improvement in a safety-focused environment. This is an hourly, non-exempt position ideal for experienced casting or setup technicians who enjoy problem-solving, teamwork, and developing others.

What You’ll Do

• Perform safe and efficient casting die and trim press setups, changeovers, and sleeve changes.
• Troubleshoot and analyze die issues in collaboration with Tool Room, Maintenance, and Process Engineering teams.
• Complete minor and major die repairs to maintain production efficiency.
• Ensure accurate completion of all required documentation, including First Part Approvals.
• Support daily production flow by performing floor work and minimizing downtime.
• Train and mentor Set-Up Technicians and press team members on standardized, safe work practices.
• Assist press teams as needed, including coverage for breaks and lunches.
• Work overtime and weekends as business needs require.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and meet physical and environmental job requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience as a SMED Technician.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing and database software.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standardized work instructions.

• Successful completion of SMED training and Standard Work courses (or ability to complete upon hire).
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, long-term opportunity.
• Opportunity to grow your skills and certifications.
• Team-focused environment that values quality and craftsmanship.
• Competitive pay + shift differential.
• Overtime opportunities.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Hands-on role in a hot manufacturing environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working with tools and machinery.
• Safety is a top priority, and proper PPE is always required.

Additional Information

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).

Apply today and put your skills to work in a role where your expertise makes a difference every day.