How to hire a die cast technician

How to hire a die cast technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step die cast technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a die cast technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new die cast technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The die cast technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A die cast technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, die cast technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of die cast technicians.

   Type of Die Cast Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Die Cast Technician	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$14-22
   Mold Setter	A mold setter positions molds used to cast products from a variety of materials such as plastic, metals, lead and composites. In this position, they are responsible for controlling the flow of materials into a machine, monitoring the process to prevent issues, and interpreting blueprints to ensure machinery is set accordingly... Show more	$12-23
   Molder Operator	A molder operator sets up for the production of millwork, which is a crucial and major output of precision wood products. This position requires experience with all machinery associated with the woodworking industry... Show more	$12-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Splints
   • Patient Care
   • Die Cast
   • Hand Tools
   • Aluminum
   • Safety Regulations
   • Quality Products
   • Cast Machine
   • Safety Procedures
   • Durable Medical Equipment
   • Production Equipment
   • Cast Process
   • Routine Maintenance
   • Cast Tech

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage utilization of LOTO procedures, GMP standards and OSHA safety standards.
   • Utilize machine shop tools and measuring devices including, micrometers, calipers and height gauge.
   • Compose written reports of data collect from patient evaluation and present to department chief for thorough analysis of patient diagnosis.
   • Operate hoist, winch, or over head crane to lift specify die sections into and out of die casting machines.
   • Preheat die sections with torch, change shoot rod, fix hose if needed.Operate ladle and lock out, tag out.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your die cast technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A die cast technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, die cast technicians' average salary in kansas is 36% less than in nebraska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level die cast technicians 36% less than senior-level die cast technicians.
   • Certifications. A die cast technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a die cast technician's salary.

   Average die cast technician salary

   $38,026yearly

   $18.28 hourly rate

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   Entry-level die cast technician salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a die cast technician job description

   A good die cast technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a die cast technician job description:

   Die cast technician job description example

   Join Cleveland Clinic Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic earned the No. 1 hospital ranking in Ohio, the No. 4 hospital ranking in the country, and was ranked nationally in 13 specialties, according to the U.S. News & World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
   
   Cleveland Clinic's Sports Health Center provides top-quality patient care to athletes at the recreational, high school, collegiate, and professional levels. As a Cast Technician at Cleveland Clinic's Sports Health Center, you will become an integral part of our Orthopedic team. Your duties will include but are not limited to:
   -Measuring, applying, changing, repairing, and removing casts, braces, and splints.
   
   -Educating patients and their families.
   
   -Coordinating resident and nursing in-service programs.
   
   -Meeting with sales representatives to review new/different products used in cast application.
   
   Our ideal candidate is someone who:
   -Is a motivated self-starter.
   
   -Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
   
   -Acts in a professional, caring, and helpful manner.
   
   Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand. Responsibilities: Measures, applies, changes and removes casts, braces and splints for patients. Repairs casts. Applies and instructs patient in the use of durable medical equipment. Removes dressings, sutures and staples. Prepares patients for exams and special procedures. Identifies and reports changes in patient status to RN and/or MD. Initiates CPR and emergency measures as required. Assists in transporting and rooming patients as needed. Provides health education to patients and families. Ensures supplies are stocked and equipment is in safe working order. Assists in ordering, re-ordering supplies, stocking clinical exam rooms, and other stocking duties as needed. Maintains all designated work areas in a neat, orderly manner. Communicates patient concerns to the physician and other caregivers. Facilitates the smooth operation of the outpatient clinic desk. Coordinates resident and nursing in-service programs and presentations. Meets with sales representatives to review new/different products used in cast application in conjunction with coordinator, inventory control. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant Program including an externship may be considered. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions. Work Experience: One year experience as a cast technician or in a related position in the operating room or other related patient care setting. Understanding of human anatomy sufficient to perform duties of the job. Basic knowledge of math. Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant Program may offset some of the experience requirement. Physical Requirements: Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing or sitting for extensive periods of time. Able to lift and transfer patients. Requires some exposure to body fluids. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find die cast technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your die cast technician job on Zippia to find and recruit die cast technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit die cast technicians, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new die cast technician

   Once you've selected the best die cast technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new die cast technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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