Tooling Technician

Job Summary Knowledge | Experience | Skills

High School diploma or GED required. General knowledge of Injection Molding and manufacturing operations preferred. Basic mold tooling and assembly knowledge preferred. Enrollment/participation in the apprenticeship program required. Good communication and Interpersonal skills. Basic Computer experience. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Supports production by maintaining all molds in a production ready state Repairs, cleans, services and performs insert changes on all molds Wire Hot runners, hot sprue, thermocouples in addition to replace hot runner components Wire limit switches Cleaning ,lubrication, polishing Repairs, cleans, services and performs insert changes on all molds Ability to make small parts in a manual lathe, milling machine, surface grinder Knowledge of core pull hydraulic cylinders being able to rebuild / replace Must be able to read blueprints and part prints Does skilled fitting tooling components

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleans mold mounting surfaces before setting mold
• Sets up and removes molds in the injection molding process
• Lines up mold and sprue bushing in preparation of mounting the mold in the press
• Transports mold to and from press using a forklift, crane or mold cart.
• Utilizes hazardous energy control procedures
• Performs all auxiliary set up duties, all connections, hooks up water lines, airlines, thermolators, hoses, hydraulic lines, cores, and knock out plates
• Starts production, processes setups, adjusts press, and performs start-ups on presses with process technicians as directed
• Troubleshoots and handles problems with molds and presses assisting process technicians
• Assists process technicians with machine and equipment problems, cleans and lubricates mold surfaces before & after production
• Fills in for process technicians as directed pertaining to machine scheduling and shift production
• Updates work orders, process documentation, work instructions as required
• Performs general service activities when needed
• Repairs molds and disassembles molds following all safety precautions & overhead hoist safely
• Communicates specific job requirements to shift personnel
• Performs other duties as assigned and directed
• Reports to: Manufacturing Manager