Mold Technician I

Pure Fishing Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team at a leading company in the fishing industry as a Mold Technician. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of the injection molding process, ensuring that all parts meet high-quality standards while maintaining equipment and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Your expertise in mold changes, tool repair, and effective communication will be crucial as you collaborate with various departments to achieve production goals. If you're looking for a hands-on position that offers opportunities for growth and development in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in injection molding with knowledge of PLC programming.
• High School diploma or technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, troubleshoot, and maintain injection molding processes.
• Inspect parts and ensure compliance with customer specifications.

Skills

Injection Molding Process

Tool Repair Skills

Robot Programming

Effective Communication

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Maintenance Duties Cross-Training

Quality Control

Basic Computer Skills

Math Skills

Fork Truck Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Training

Tools

Injection Molding Machines

Overhead Crane

Fork Truck

Man Lift

Job description

Posted Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00 AM

What you will do:

• The Mold Technician is responsible for all aspects of the injection molding process. Responsibilities include:
• Set-up and tear down
• Troubleshooting
• Part inspections
• Equipment maintenance
• Ensuring finished goods meet customer specifications
• Making machine adjustments as necessary

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with mold changes, color, model, and insert (clamp mold in press properly and level)
• Tool repair skills (blade, pins – core pins)
• Ability to maintain part quality, color weight, and part weight; troubleshoot problems
• Experience checking color and release to prevent running out
• Ability to ensure presses are running at standard cycle
• Experience programming robots for presses
• Cross-training in Maintenance duties (Set-up pods, hot graphics, tapers, pinners, blenders)
• Ability to prepare molds for storage including operating a 30-ton overhead crane
• Effective communication skills with co-workers from all shifts
• Ability to provide on-the-job training as needed for co-workers
• Knowledge of required safety procedures (LOTO, Sling & Crane, etc.)
• Ability to clean and maintain work areas (cleaning up water, oil, material spills, etc. following all safety regulations)

Additional qualifications that will help you be successful in this role:

• High School diploma and/or some technical training is a plus
• Two to five plus years of experience in an injection molding facility
• Understanding the mechanics of injection molding machines with PLC programming being a plus
• Familiarity with tools related to working on injection molding machines (knockout rod, clamps, fuses, etc.)
• Basic computer and math skills
• Ability to fine-tune and read a molding machine control screen
• Ability to read and interpret line diagrams/blueprints
• Ability to safely use a fork truck, man lift, and overhead cranes
• Good motor skills and the ability to lift 50 lbs; the role requires standing for up to 12 hours, lifting, turning, twisting, safety gate operation, reaching, pulling, pushing, and clutching
• Able to lift 40 lb. buckets up to catwalk, climb in and out of presses, stretch and reach overhead
• Able to work and collaborate with employees across various departments to complete work and achieve goals
• Willingness to work in a dirty, greasy area
• Ability to speak, read, and write English