Hard Skills
AdvancedDie-Casting Machine SetupThe process of installing dies, adjusting mechanical components, and setting operating parameters such as temperature and pressure for casting machines.
IntermediateTechnical Blueprint ReadingThe ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics to determine exact specifications and tolerances for cast parts.
ExpertFoundry Safety & Molten Metal HandlingKnowledge and application of safety protocols specific to high-temperature environments, including the use of PPE and emergency procedures for liquid metal.
AdvancedMechanical TroubleshootingIdentifying and resolving malfunctions in hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical systems of die-casting equipment.
IntermediatePrecision Measurement ToolingUsing specialized tools like calipers, micrometers, and go/no-go gauges to verify the dimensional accuracy of casted parts.