Orlick Industries Limited is a leading supplier in the automotive marketplace, providing precision machined aluminum casting.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Die Cast Set-Up person is responsible for safely operating a 10 tonne crane for installing and removing production tooling.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•             Conduct a visual inspection of lifting equipment and tools for safe operation.

•             At beginning of set-up inspect dies for proper date and check waterlines for proper flow before installing the die.

•             Use a forklift and crane in a safe manner.  Ensure valid licenses are maintained.

•             Follow lock-out procedure – remove pullback rod and nut.

•             Power up machine and retract die using lock-out procedure again once die is open.

•             Must follow established die removal procedures, as per ‘work instruction’.

•             Once die is removed, follow lock-out procedure and machine preparation as per ‘work instruction’.

•             Complete all necessary paperwork/documentation.

•             At end of set-up check machine and die for safe operation, and also clean any metal build-up from doors and hood before start up.

•             Communicate and work effectively with work-team members and other members of the company.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

•             High school diploma or equivalent work experience

•             3-5 years experience in an aluminum die-casting environment preferred

•             1 or more years of Crane or Forklift experience

•             Good communication skills (written and verbal)

•             Highly organized, and self-motivated

•             Above average time management skills

•             Ability to prioritize and multi task in a fast-paced environment

•             Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to change

•             Problem Solving & Troubleshooting skills

•             Computer literate and mechanically inclined

•             Strong hand/eye coordination

•             Team player, able to work well with others

 POSITION SUMMARY

A Die Cast Operator is responsible for safely operating a die casting machine to produce high quality aluminum parts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•             Conduct a visual walk around inspection at the beginning of each shift.  Ensure the machine is not locked out or that someone is working on the machine. Continually scan for obvious leaks or other conditions, which may prohibit safe machine operation.

•             Spray the mould to prevent the aluminum casting from sticking to the mould.

•             While the die cast machine is in its cycle mode, visually inspect the die cast gates to assess the quality of parts produced.

•             Take corrective action to resolve any defects using spray techniques, where required, to influence the die temperature.

•             Maintain the level of the holding furnace.  Maintain the furnace level by placing ingots on the bed of the loader in order for the loader to feed automatically.

•             Effectively communicate to the next operator at shift change, proper spray pattern and any visual or dimensional defects.

•             Report all casting defects to Team Leader and/or Supervisor.

•             Meet production targets.

•             A good working knowledge and understanding of the die cast machine operations and processes, in order to maintain continuous and uniform cycling of die casting machines to produce quality castings.

•             As required, identified casting defects, isolated their cause(s) and took appropriate corrective action.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

•             High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

•             Factory/plant work experience

•             1 year die casting experience preferred

•             Detail oriented

•             Good communication skills

•             Ability to prioritize and multi task in a fast-paced environment

•             Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to change

•             Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

•             Computer literate and mechanically inclined

•             Strong hand/eye coordination

•             Team player and able to work well with others

Orlick Industries Ltd is a leading supplier in the automotive marketplace, providing precision machined aluminum casting.  We are looking for Die Repair Apprentices to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is opportunity for a candidate with an interest in Tool and Die to become a Die Repair Apprentice and learn from the expertise in our Tool Shop.  A proven track record having the ability to learn quickly and being mechanically inclined will make you successful in this role.  The identified candidates will be joining the Tool Shop team as a Die Repair Apprentice. They will learn to effectively and efficiently repair mould dies for production and prototypes and will report to the Tooling Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•             Cleaning moulds and take apart and assemble moulds

•             General housekeeping around work area

•             Use various machines (i.e.: mills/lathes) to carry out tasks

•             Weld and refit surfaces; refinish edges; bring tool back up to spec

•             Review schedule for upcoming jobs

•             Assist other Tool Shop personnel as required

•             Communicate and work effectively with work-team members and all other members of the company

•             Interest in obtaining certificate of qualification as a Tool and Die / Mould Maker

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

•             Troubleshooting and problem solving skills

•             Strong time management and job planning skills

•             Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

•             Good communication skills (ability to read, write and understand English)

•             Interpersonal skills and a team player

•             Available to be flexible and respond to production needs

•             Mechanically inclined

 ADDITIONAL ASSETS

•             Interest in pursuing College Certification or Diploma as a Tool and Die Maker or in a related field

•             Machine/Mould Shop experience

•             Machining skills

•             Proficient using measuring/inspection equipment

•             Blueprint reading and math skills (trigonometry and geometry an asset)