6Q01 - Maintenance - Mmka - Mold Maker A (1St Shift)
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Job Description
TITLE: Mold Maker A (1st Shift)
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Performs various mold maintenance and repair activities and continuous improvements related to the maintenance and repair of injection molds, jigs, fixtures, and related ancillary equipment. Also builds complex tooling components from standard prints using available metal working equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), with three to five years of related experience in the repair of plastic injection molds, some college preferred.Federal/State Certification as a Tool & Die Maker preferredMechanical aptitude required, must have strong working knowledge of tooling, mills, lathes, etc. as well as good schematic reading skillsStrong knowledge of CNC equipment, programming, software updates, surfacing, cutter paths, and DNC for new project, repairs, and new moldsStrong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma and THM conceptsEnsure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessaryCapable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cleans and services tools and components, inspects tools for damage or wearDisassembles, assembles, and troubleshoots hot manifold systems; electrical problems within the system; identifies proper sealing, expansion, flow, heater dimensions and condition, tip conditions and thermocouple conditions; determines proper voltages/resistance of all componentsCreates new tooling components with the use of standard metal working equipment including mills, lathes, ID/OD grinders, surface grinders, EDMs and various CNC machineryAssists with installation of machining and tool making equipmentDisassembles and assembles molds, identified proper water seal and flow through moldsIdentifies proper cleaning techniques of all tool components and plates. Identifies mold location and safe usage of mold rack and cartsSafely operates equipment and machinery in tooling repair area; must have an understanding of safety of self and othersAttends internal meetings to help establish priorities and assign tasks. Instructs others, formally and informally, regarding tooling related skills and knowledge
WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud and requires hearing protection
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