Senior Mold Maker III: Complex Tooling & Repairs

Cambro Manufacturing; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Cambro Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Mold Maker III to work on new construction and repairs of injection, pultrusion, compression and rotational molds. You will collaborate with senior and junior makers, improve skills, and participate in continual process improvements on the shop floor.

You will disassemble and reassemble molds, set up and operate CNC and manual equipment, and follow safety procedures while maintaining quality and productivity. First shift, United States of America.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in mold making and/or mold repair.
• Willingness to train and develop mold making skills/knowledge.
• Demonstrate competence in math, basic algebra and some trigonometry.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Speak and understand English proficiently.
• Must be a critical thinker, able to analyze facts and circumstances.
• Must clearly communicate information verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble molds safely, efficiently and without damage.
• Use advanced skills to produce new molds and to repair existing molds.
• Set-up, program and operate CNC, manual mill, radial arm drill press, lathe, EDM and surface grinder.
• Troubleshoot molds, dies and fixtures to improve or identify root causes.
• Work with senior and junior mold makers on new mold builds and repairs.
• Maintain attendance and safe work practices.

Skills

Mold making experience

Math proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Critical thinking

Clear written/verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Manual mill

Radial arm drill press

Lathe

EDM

Surface grinder

Job description

WORK SHIFT:

First Shift (United States of America)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Mold Maker III will work with minimum supervision on new construction of Plastic Injection, Pultrusion, Compression and Rotational Molds, as well as Modifications and Repairs of the same. The Mold Maker will be expected to work with Senior Mold Makers as a support, Junior Mold Makers as a lead or independently as workload requires. The Mold Maker will also be expected to continue to improve their skill level and technical knowledge through interaction with coworkers and training opportunities as they are presented.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

* Disassemble and assemble molds safely, efficiently and without damage.

* Use advanced skills to produce new molds and to repair existing molds

* Use support software like Word, Excel and Outlook

* Set-up, program and operate as needed CNC, manual mill, radial arm drill press, lathe, EDM and surface grinder in safe, efficient and proper manner to produce quality workmanship

* Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment

* Follow verbal and written directions

* Troubleshoot molds, dies and fixtures to suggest improvements or determine root cause of a problem

* Participate in continual improvement efforts

* Work from shop drawings, e-files, verbal instructions and sketches

* Perform assigned work with little or no supervision

* Repair Injection, Compression and Pultrusion molds as directed

* Work with senior and lower level mold makers on new mold builds and repairs

* Determine efficient material removal techniques, including speeds, feeds, cut depths and cutting tools

* Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.

* Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.

* Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.

* Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.

* Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.

* Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.

* Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).

* Understands department's key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.

* Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Minimum of 10 years' experience in mold making and/or mold repair

* Willing to continue to train and develop mold making technical skills/knowledge

* Demonstrate competence in math, basic algebra and some trigonometry

* Demonstrate mechanical aptitude

* Speak and understand English proficiently

* Must be a critical thinker, able to analyze and evaluate facts and circumstances that affect an issue

* Must be able to clearly communicate information in verbal and written form

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

* Ability to conceptualize

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, twisting at the neck and waist, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 25 lbs.

* Working around equipment and machinery

PPE REQUIREMENTS

* Safety glasses

* Steel-toe slip-resistant shoes

• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

Mold Maker

COMPENSATION RANGE:

$34.96 - $40.00

Salary may vary based on experience.

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.