Mold Machine Operations Specialist LPCT

About the role

Mission: To operate all types of mold machines within department and specialize in the operation of these machines to produce complex and/or heavy wax pattern, soluble and gating parts. To inspect, and insure quality and dimensional integrity and adhere to P.C.P’s/S.O.P’s guidelines. To work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Tooling Preparation: assemble, disassemble, prepare and position tooling dies; change, add, remove multiple inserts; add chills and solubles per technique cards; work with part engineers to develop, test and introduce new/re-designed tooling, methods and techniques; determine molding sequence to meet production schedule, ensure time and trained coverage; remove, clean and store tooling after operation; perform minor repairs on tooling and machines as required.
• Mold Machine Operation: set up, monitor and control mold machine functions using technique cards and established set-up procedures; keep dies/inserts clean; remove wax parts, inspect for defects, trim; place on proper fixtures to maintain dimensional integrity; ensure proper wax supplies; ensure necessary chillers and solubles are produced and available; order and produce chillers/solubles if needed; initiate corrective action for quality/tooling problems; develop and assist in tech card creation; complete logs and records documenting process modifications; evaluate and maintain department supply inventory.
• Safety: adhere to plant and department safety rules; safely operate all equipment and tools; identify and report safety problems; develop methods to lift large/heavy inserts and wax patterns without damaging tooling using hoists or assistance.
• Other Accountabilities: routinely train less skilled operators as assigned; perform other tasks as directed; may be required to handle hazardous waste.
• Essential Equipment: pry bars, insert pullers, slide hammers, side cutters/knives, mallets, torches, hot pencils, air nozzles, air ratchet, wrenches (allen and crescent), mold machines, power drill, flashlight, mirrors, hoist, dental picks, forklift.

Qualifications

• Skill in wax molding operations and demonstrated 18‑24 months of competent performance as Mold Machine Operator A, or equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on technique cards, load cards and other special instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision.
• Written language skills required.
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions.
• Note: Mold Machine Operator levels are determined primarily by complexity of tooling; assignment to this senior level requires mastery of Levels A, B, and C and ability to train others and facilitate improvement/introduction of new parts.

Training

• Training is provided on the job.
• PCC’s Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training must be completed.
• May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management Training.