Oakley - Mold Tech II

EssilorLuxottica; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 39,688 - 58,589; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica Group in Lake Forest, California is seeking a skilled Mold Technician to maintain high-quality tooling. This role involves preventative maintenance, mold repair, and working with precision measuring equipment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and safety.

Applicants should have 1-3 years of applicable experience and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include disassembly and assembly of molds, ensuring a clean work area, and assisting with inventory management. Competitive pay range between $28.81 and $42.53.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in mold repair or maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand tooling drawings.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high quality tooling through preventative maintenance.
• Disassemble and assemble molds in a safe and timely manner.
• Utilize measuring equipment to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Machinery operation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Surface grinder

Bridgeport/Lathe

Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Requisition ID: 933438

Position: Full-Time

Shift: 2nd

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

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 gauge, bore micrometers, etc.
• Assist in the monitoring process to help keep a reasonable component inventory in stock.
• Reduce machine downtime.
• 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

• Tool making certificate working in die cast or plastic injection molding
• 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
• Injection Molding process 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 - $42.53

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.