Die caster, Ringa hanga tauira huanga
Also known as
- Die casting machine operator, die cast operator
Die casters use metal moulds and core-making machines to mould and cast metal parts or products.
Your pay could be
$53K
Lower
$63K to $100K
Most common
$142K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Die casters
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work in factories
- may work in hot, noisy and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- cast metal parts using moulds
- operate die casting machines
- adjust temperatures of molten metal
- check machine gauges
- monitor machines to prevent defects
- inspect cast parts for quality
- measure parts
- apply lubricants to moulds and parts
- read job instructions
- follow safety rules
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a die caster and a qualification and experience may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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