Mold Maker, Plastic Injection Molding

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Build tooling to specifications within the time frame scheduled, using mold designs, company design standards, and industry design standards

Lead Mold Build Projects:

Ensure that the project gets completed to specification and on-time

Communicate to all team members what their responsibilities are and the time frame in which the work must be completed

Ensure that project team members have the information required to do their part of the job

Report to the Director Tooling & Engineering regularly on the project status

Assist in Mold Build Projects:

Contribute in a team-effort to complete the project accurately and within the time specified

Complete work as directed by the project leader

Inform the project leader if the work cannot be completed as to specification or within the time specified and help the team leader resolve the situation in as efficient a manner as possible

Build assembly and machining fixtures

Complete preventive maintenance, repairs, and insert changeovers on existing molds as needed.

POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

High School Diploma and completion of Trade School

Prior Experience as a Moldmaker or Moldmaker Apprentice for Plastic Injection Molding

Ability to interpret part and mold drawings and specifications

Ability to build injection molds to correct dimensions, using specifications provided (3d CAD data, component drawings, etc.)

Ability to use measuring instruments (micrometer, caliper, gage blocks, etc.)

Functional knowledge of computers, Windows operating system, and CAD/CAM software

Functional knowledge of CNC, EDM, manual milling, and grinding equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

First Shift

Ability to spend 90% of the day working or standing

Ability to lift 55lbs. and move heavy items with the use of a crane or forklift and able to safely climb and move around machinery

Frequent presence in non-climate-controlled, high-noise production & warehouse areas where appropriate PPE must be worn

Compensation: $40.00 - $45.00 p/h + benefits

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.