Licensed Mold Maker/Mould Maker

Canplas Industries Ltd.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative production facility is seeking a skilled Mould Maker to join their dynamic team. This role involves manufacturing and fitting mould components, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plastics manufacturing, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently. Join a people-centric environment that values problem-solving and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to exciting projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual bonus incentive

Tool and safety shoe allowances

Company Provided Uniforms

Company Pension

Wellness Program

Annual Fitness Allowance

Opportunity to work on special projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a mould shop setting as a Mould Maker or Tool and Die Maker.
• Ability to operate metal working machinery with minimal training.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and fit mould components, ensuring operational readiness.
• Assist in training personnel and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Injection Molds Understanding

Blueprint Reading

Troubleshooting Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Starter

Education

Certified Mould Maker

Licensed Tool and Die Maker

Tools

CNC Machinery

EDM

Job description

From the very beginning, Canplas prioritized innovative equipment, meticulous quality testing, and dedication to customer service. Today, Canplas manufactures high-quality plastic plumbing, ventilation, central vacuum and grease separation products for residential and commercial buildings all over the continent.

Do you have a clear and comprehensive understanding of injection molds and tooling with a desire to work in an innovative production facility? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mould Maker! This role will be based out of our busy injection moulding facility located in Barrie, ON.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Hourly Wage: Starting at $42.64/hour based on experience

Shifts: 12-Hour Continental Day Shift, however training to be conducted M-F 7:00AM-3:15PM

Primary Responsibilities

• Manufacture mould components and carry out final fitting of the components to the mould
• Assemble or adjust complete moulds or segments of the mould to bring it to an operational state
• Use the work order and time record system to document labour hours and complete work order paperwork
• Assist in training other Canplas personnel in any areas related to the Department
• Assure the safety of personnel performing post moulding machining operations on moulded plastic parts
• Actively participate in the 5S, Hazards Made SAFE and continuous improvement programs and continuous participation in all facility waste management and environmentally related programs and training.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining 5S activities in the Mould Shop
• Responsible for following and carrying out HWIN Manifest procedure
• Any other duties as the need arises and assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Mould Maker OR licensed Tool and Die Maker with minimum 5+ years experience in a mould shop setting
• Must have 5+ years experience in Plastics Manufacturing in a Mould Making or Tool and Die position
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and CAD drawings
• Ability to operate all the metal working machinery in the shop with minimal training/orientation, familiarity with moulds with slides, lifters, mechanical pull and set operations, previous polishing experience
• Must be a self-starter possessing the ability to work with minimal supervision on a variety of different sized injection moulds some with hot runner systems
• Experience working to defined tolerances as well as working with jigs and fixtures
• Strong troubleshooting skills for determining root cause of issues and solutions.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal, with strong desire to work within a team
• Ability to keep a clean and safe working environment.
• Asset if you have training or knowledge on welding, familiarity with CNC, EDM, hot runners and CAD Programming

Working Conditions

Requires a high degree of mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50lbs alone. Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, odours, cold, dust, noise levels and the use of sharp tools. Facility is Semi Climate-Controlled to prevent Heat Stress in our Employees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental, and vision care effective upon start date
• Competitive wage accompanied by an annual yearly bonus incentive.
• Annual tool and safety shoe allowances.
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Company Pension and Voluntary RRSP programs
• Established Wellness Program and Annual Fitness Allowance
• Opportunity to work on special projects.

Canplas Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, we will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Canplas jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [e-mail]