Mold Maker I

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Brooklyn Park (MN); In loco; USD 52.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

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Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies in Minnesota is seeking a Mold Maker I to perform mold repair, tool upkeep, and basic manufacturing tasks, under minimal supervision.

You will operate CNC equipment, grind pins/cores, prepare components for heat treatment, and help ensure quality and 5S compliance while supporting continuous improvement.

Competenze

• Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent experience repairing molds.
• 4+ years of hands-on bench experience in a tooling environment.
• Basic understanding of quality procedures and standards.
• Ability to plumb a tool.
• Basic ability to understand and work within standard size and tolerance requirements for base components.
• Ability to grind to tight tolerances, typically within ±0.0001"

Mansioni

• Investigate/Identify basic mold issues and perform necessary repairs
• Identify and participate in recommending improvements for tool development and performance
• Perform basic setup and operation of CNC equipment
• Perform grinding of various types of basic pins, cores and cavities
• Prepare components for heat treatment as required
• Record time and repair details into the maintenance ticket system
• Comply with the company’s Quality System, ISO, and medical device regulations
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment according to 5S principles

Conoscenze

Bench experience

Tooling knowledge

CNC understanding

Precision grinding

Quality awareness

Strumenti

CNC equipment

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Overview

Position Summary

The Mold Maker I is responsible for performing less complex full tool builds/repairs, general component manufacturing, and help support work with minimal direct supervision.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Investigate/Identify basic mold issues and perform necessary repairs
• Identify and participate in recommending improvements for tool development and performance
• Perform basic setup and operation of CNC equipment
• Perform grinding of various types of basic pins, cores and cavities
• Prepare components for heat treatment as required
• Perform simple shutoffs with minimal oversight
• Read and follow work instructions, setup sheets, and checklists accurately
• Record time and repair details into the maintenance ticket system
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Comply with the company’s Quality System, ISO, and medical device regulations
• Understand and follow all standard work procedures
• Participate in all required company meetings
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment according to 5S principles
• Support the Operational Excellence Program
• Work effectively in a manufacturing environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent experience repairing molds
• 4+ years of hands-on bench experience in a tooling environment
• Basic understanding of quality procedures and standards
• Ability to plumb a tool
• Basic ability to understand and work within standard size and tolerance requirements for base components
• Ability to grind to tight tolerances, typically within ±0.0001"