Casting Technician

3 weeks ago

Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States Prototek Digital Manufacturing Full time
About the Role

The Casting Technician position at Prototek Digital Manufacturing involves utilizing advanced casting methods and techniques to produce high-quality silicone and urethane parts. This role requires the ability to cast parts in a wide variety of materials, troubleshoot issues, and adjust casting processes to ensure maximum efficiency in the department. Effective organization and prioritization of multiple projects are crucial for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities
  • Independently perform high-level casting activities in line with company capabilities
  • Provide training and solutions to less experienced technicians
  • Identify material properties and applications based on job requirements
  • Apply knowledge of material reactions and additives as needed per job
  • Maintain and organize production supply and material inventory
  • Recognize malfunctions of urethane and silicone dispensers and troubleshoot accordingly
  • Inspect cast part features and surfaces for imperfections or anomalies
  • Assist in detecting differences in colors, including shades of color and brightness
  • Perform visual inspection of parts per specifications
  • Operate department equipment such as hand tools, power tools, media blasters, and others as required
  • Collaborate with supervisor, project managers, and other shop personnel to clarify project requirements and resolve issues
  • Assist with cleaning and preventative maintenance of machines, tools, and work stations
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
  • Perform essential functions of Trimming Technician
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • 1+ years' experience in manufacturing industry
  • 1+ years' experience as Trimming Technician preferred

Work Environment
  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc., and handle and feel parts of various size
  • Ability to bend, kneel, and crouch occasionally throughout shift
  • Ability to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs moderately throughout workday, occasionally 50+ lbs with a team lift
  • Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus
  • Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme, ear protection required and provided
  • Work environment exposures include fumes or airborne particles (PPE available upon request) and moving mechanical parts and vibration

What Prototek Offers
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Competitive pay scale
  • Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service
  • 9 paid Holidays annually
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
  • Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%

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