Mold Technician I

ICU Medical Inc; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ICU Medical Inc in Southington, CT seeks a Mold Technician I to perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench under supervision. You will disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble tooling, ensure equipment operates properly, and maintain a clean work area.

Responsibilities include following FDA/OSHA/ISO standards, contributing to regulatory documentation, and supporting improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Having a mechanical aptitude and basic shop knowledge.
• Reading and understanding 2D prints is helpful.
• Basic machining skills are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble high cavitation tooling.
• Ensure all equipment is operating correctly and maintain shop cleanliness.
• Follow regulatory requirements (FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO) and company policies.
• Assist on special projects and demonstrate proactive teamwork and communication.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic shop tools

Basic shop math

2D prints reading

Machining basics (grinder/lathe/mill)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometer & calipers

Height gauges

Torque settings understanding

2D prints interpretation

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mold Technician I performs routine maintenance on plastic injection molds both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of a Lead Tech/ Sr. Mold Technician. This consists of disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.

• Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
• Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling high cavitation tooling
• Ensure all equipment is working properly
• Shop awareness and cleanliness
• Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance to all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements. These elements include FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC and Company policies relative to the manufacture of product, batch control requirements, documentation requirements, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, calibration, associate training and safety (equipment, associate and material).
• Work on special projects as they arise as directed
• Actively demonstrating support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
• Ability to follow leadership by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects
• Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position
• Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
• Introduction to shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool workorder)
• Introduction to understanding torque settings
• Introduction to measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gages)
• Introduction to understanding between using Standard vs Metric
• Introduction to mold cleaning
• Introduction to stoning/polishing basic components
• Introduction to mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions

Position Summary

The Mold Technician I performs routine maintenance on plastic injection molds both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of a Lead Tech/ Sr. Mold Technician. This consists of disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
• Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling high cavitation tooling
• Ensure all equipment is working properly
• Shop awareness and cleanliness
• Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance to all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements. These elements include FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC and Company policies relative to the manufacture of product, batch control requirements, documentation requirements, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, calibration, associate training and safety (equipment, associate and material).
• Work on special projects as they arise as directed
• Actively demonstrating support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
• Ability to follow leadership by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects
• Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position
• Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
• Introduction to shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool workorder)
• Introduction to understanding torque settings
• Introduction to measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gages)
• Introduction to understanding between using Standard vs Metric
• Introduction to mold cleaning
• Introduction to stoning/polishing basic components
• Introduction to mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Having a mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge and understanding of basic shop tools and hand tools
• Basic shop math
• Basic knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical assemblies
• Basic knowledge to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) is desired, but not required
• Basic machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) is desired, but not required

Education And Experience

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma required
• Previous injection molding or tooling experience desired but not required

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is expected to communicate both verbally and written.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
• Work may be performed in a clean room environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Job duties may require working inside /outside injection molding machines and working on ladders.
• Required to be able to lift, and or move up to 50lbs.
• Work schedule could change anytime per business needs.
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

About Us

ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges.

With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.

We're Ready To Bring You Consistent Quality, Innovation, And Value In More Areas Than Ever. Our Focus Allows Us To Bring You

• Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization.
• The industry’s broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs.
• IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company.
• Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities.

ICU Medical EEO Statement

ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.

ICU Medical EEO Policy Statement

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster

ICU Medical CCPA Notice to Job Applicants