Mold Tech II

Luxottica; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxottica is seeking a skilled Tool Maker/Mold Maintenance technician to maintain high quality tooling in a manufacturing setting at our Lake Forest, CA facility. You will read tooling drawings, disassemble/assemble molds safely, clean molds, and assist technicians to minimize downtime.

You will operate precision equipment, maintain records in the CMMS, and work with Process Engineers on troubleshooting and process improvements, with a strong emphasis on meeting production schedules and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance.
• Must be a team player and educate and share ideals when needed.
• Knowledge and understanding of mold and die components and their respective characteristics.
• Ability to read and understand tooling drawings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Initiative and proactive behavior in work environment
• Ability to work more than 8-hours a day, weekends and holidays as needed
• 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance.
• 3 to 5 years of experience using hand operated tool room equipment.SAP or other CMMS experience.
• Prototype Tool making experience
• Toolmaker/Mold Maker Journeyman certification preferred
• Trade School or College

Responsibilities

• Read and understand tooling drawings and follow instructions.
• Responsible for the correct disassembly and assembly molds in a safe and timely manner
• Ability to clean molds and assist Maintenance Technicians when needed.
• Work to a schedule and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Utilize measuring equipment that include micrometers, calipers, height gage, bore micrometers, etc.
• Assist in the monitoring process to help keep a reasonable component inventory in stock.
• Maintain all tools and equipment that are used including the daily cleaning of tool room machinery.
• Assist in maintaining records on the computerized maintenance management system.
• Work with little or no supervision when given clear direction.
• Work with Process Engineers to trouble shoot issues with tool or improve on.
• Ability to work on the production floor with tool in press to correct any issue to keep down time at a minimum.
• Ability to operate a Surface grinder with in a + or - .0002 on critical details.
• Ability to operate a Bridgeport/Lathe with in a + or - .001 tolerance.
• Knowledge of Manifold systems Example: Mold Master, Synventive, etc.
• Able to polish and bench details.
• Ability to fit new detail and spot in.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and repair.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Read tooling drawings

Team player

Verbal and written communication

Learn new technologies

Multi-project management

Proactive behavior

Ability to work long shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade School or College

Toolmaker/Mold Maker Journeyman certification preferred

Tools

SAP or CMMS

Hand tools

Prototype Tool making experience

Job description

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We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

Maintain high quality tooling through preventative maintenance, minor repair, and visual evaluation

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and understand tooling drawings and follow instructions.
• Responsible for the correct disassembly and assembly molds in a safe and timely manner
• Ability to clean molds and assist Maintenance Technicians when needed.
• Work to a schedule and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Utilize measuring equipment that include micrometers, calipers, height gage, bore micrometers, etc.
• Assist in the monitoring process to help keep a reasonable component inventory in stock.
• Maintain all tools and equipment that are used including the daily cleaning of tool room machinery.
• Assist in maintaining records on the computerized maintenance management system.
• Work with little or no supervision when given clear direction.
• Work with Process Engineers to trouble shoot issues with tool or improve on.
• Ability to work on the production floor with tool in press to correct any issue to keep down time at a minimum.
• Ability to operate a Surface grinder with in a + or - .0002 on critical details.
• Ability to operate a Bridgeport/Lathe with in a + or - .001 tolerance.
• Knowledge of Manifold systems Example: Mold Master, Synventive, etc.
• Able to polish and bench details.
• Ability to fit new detail and spot in.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and repair.
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance
• Must be a team player and educate and share ideals when needed.
• Knowledge and understanding of mold and die components and their respective characteristics.
• Ability to read and understand tooling drawings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Initiative and proactive behavior in work environment
• Ability to work more than 8-hours a day, weekends and holidays as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in a tool room involving plastic injection mold repair or mold maintenance.
• 3 to 5 years of experience using hand operated tool room equipment.SAP or other CMMS experience. Prototype Tool making experience
• Toolmaker/Mold Maker Journeyman certification preferred
• Trade School or College
• Must either own or be able to obtain basic hand tools required to complete job responsibilities.

Pay Range: $28.81/hr - $42.53/hr

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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