Die Cast Operator

Company Overview

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is a global leader in lightweight manufacturing, dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Our commitment to employee empowerment and engagement ensures that every team member can achieve their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Primary Purpose of Position

To work within the Die Cast Department to efficiently and effectively set-up and operate equipment within a die cast cell to ensure a quality product is produced and delivered that consistently satisfies or exceeds our customer's expectation.

Responsibilities

• Every employee has the responsibility to comply with all safety rules, quality procedures and processes established by MPA
• Independently troubleshoot equipment or quality problems produced by the machine
• Assist maintenance, tool room and engineering personnel in the repair and continuous improvement activities
• Meet customer production schedules
• Achieve and maintain uptime targets
• Achieve and maintain acceptable scrap levels

Education, experience, skills

• Must have completed Step-up/new operator training check list including attendancequality targets
• Must have regular and punctual attendance
• Must be able to follow directions of a supervisor
• Must be cooperative with other employees
• Must be quality conscious with an emphasis on operating to the Work Instruction
• Be familiar with hydraulics and pneumatics or willingness to learn.
• Be familiar with the operations of the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) or willing to learn.
• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing, effectively
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to communicate, educate and coach new team members
• Fluent in English

Why work for Meridian Lightweight Technologies?

At Meridian Lightweight Technologies, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of lightweight automotive manufacturing. We combine advanced technology, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver world-class solutions for leading automotive customers.

Our employees work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where their contributions matter, opportunities for growth are encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of our culture. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact while working with cutting-edge manufacturing processes, Meridian is the place to build your future.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) matching
• Sign on bonus up to $3,000
• Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee/ partner discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health + life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee incentive programs
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS.