mould maker - plastics processing
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
- Noisy.
- Dusty.
Tasks:
- Instruct apprentices.
- Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Program CNC machine tools.
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications.
- Realize machine castings to make metal molds, core boxes and precisely shaped models.
- Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates.
- Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining.
- Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Mould Maker Trade Certification.
Metal mould-making experience:
- Injection moulds.
- Transfer moulds.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment.
Own tools/equipment:
- Steel-toed safety boots.
- Safety glasses/goggles.
- Gloves.
- Ear plugs.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Efficient interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Excellent written communication.
- Flexibility.
- Organized.
- Team player.
Screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
Experience:
5 years or more.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
Life insurance.
Supports for visible minorities:
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.).