Mold Maintenance Operator

Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products Llc; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products Llc seeks a Mold Maintenance Technician for the Casting line. The role focuses on preparing molds, performing hand finishing, and ensuring dimensional accuracy and surface quality.

The job requires basic English literacy, ability to work independently or in a team, and adherence to safety protocols in a hot, noisy industrial environment. Die maintenance and crane/forklift experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.
• Experience in die maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare molds for the Casting line with attention to detail.
• Polish molds by hand to ensure proper surface finish.
• Verify dimensions and surface finish meet specs.
• Operate manual drill press as required.
• Complete production documentation.
• Assemble and test molds for leaks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Reading English

Following instructions

Math skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school or GED

Tools

Crane

Forklift

Job description

Job Title: Mold Maintenance Technician

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Casting

Reports to: Supervisor

Position : Days

Position Summary:

The Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for preparing the molds for the Casting line. This work includes meticulous hand work and strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure equipment is operating within specified parameters.
• Hand polish molds
• Ensure dimensions and surface finish are maintained
• Use manual drill press
• Fill out required production documents
• Assemble molds
• Test molds for leaks
• Maintain clean/organized work area
• Preform other duties as required.

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic math skills
• Ability to identify nonstandard situations and respond accordingly.
• Willing to work in hot/humid, cold, noisy industrial environment
• Able to work with and understand sensitive measuring equipment

Education & Experience:

• High school degree or GED equivalence.
• Experience die maintenance preferred.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Requires constant physical activity throughout shift such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible work schedule as needed with adequate notification.
• Always maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Willing to work in hot/humid, cold, noisy industrial environment.