Mold Repair Technician - 1st Shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on injection molds; Disassemble molds for inspection, cleaning and repair.
• Analyze, diagnose and correct tooling problems on the production floor and in the Tool Room.
• Read and interpret 2D mold designs to reflect mold revisions.
• Provide input to engineering and operations regarding mold performance and preventative maintenance issues.
• Set up and operate tool room equipment, including manual and/or CNC.
• Troubleshoot and assemble manifold systems.
• Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Evaluate new mold performance in production.
• Maintain stock inventories by ensuring the proper levels of component parts are available at all times for tooling repair.
• Operate a forklift as required.
• Support the Maintenance team in plant, when needed.
• Be available to work overtime as needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong tool build and/or design knowledge
• Working knowledge of plastic injection molding process
• Communicate mold issues with a sense of urgency
• Able to work in a team environment to assure mold repairs meet production schedules
• Effective problem solving/troubleshooting skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude
• Able to work under minimal supervision

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associates Degree, Trade Certification or equivalent years of work experience in related business area.
• Five years-experience in mold repair in plastics’ manufacturing environment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.

BENEFITS

• Major medical (BCBS)
• Delta dental and vision
• Company sponsored basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability available
• Competitive 401(k) with company matching
• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Company giveaways, family picnics, and more!