Machinist/Mold Maker

Overview:

For nearly 70 years, The Rodon Group has offered high-volume precision manufacturing and custom plastic injection molding services to a diverse client base. Creating parts for industries ranging from windows and doors, household appliances, and consumer products to healthcare and pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and construction, our ISO-certified company is committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability. While we've been a family-owned and -operated company since 1956, The Rodon Group is among the largest injection molders in the U.S. Our employees are extremely well valued and many of the key personnel are developed from within. As a testament to our unmatched employee relations, the average service for all Rodon employees is 15 years, with many employees serving in excess of 25 years. A family-owned company since 1956, our success has been achieved through the superb performance of dedicated employees, innovative ideas and laser-like focus on precision and quality. A gem of American manufacturing - Rodon is a great place to work. We offer competitive wages and comprehensive, high quality benefits including an option among affordable medical plans and open choice dental plans, life, disability and accidental death insurance, 401(k), 10 paid holidays and paid vacation.

MACHINIST/MOLD MAKER

Position Summary:

The employee working as a Machinist/Mold Maker constructs plastic injection molds to be used in the production of plastic parts. The Machinist/Mold Maker demonstrates solid mathematical and analytical reasoning skills, is adept in the use of manual machining and precision instruments, and is schooled in relevant computer technologies such as CNC machining.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Machines parts to specifications, using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders.
• Set-ups, adjusts and operates basic machine tools as well as specialized, advanced tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Using precision instruments (e.g., micrometers), measures, examines, and tests completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Sets controls to regulate machining; enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Uses knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Calculates dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
• Selects the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of relevant mathematics such as arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Knowledge of the design techniques, tools, and principles, involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Ability to understand relevant technologies such as computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software and analytical software.
• Ability to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Walk and stand a minimum of 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week on concrete floors.
• Make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and whole body movement, such as lifting up to 45 lbs., balancing, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Talk; hear; see. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal field of vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and color recognition.
• Wear steel-toed safety shoes and other personal protective equipment as required such as ear plugs and gloves.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Accidental death insurance

Job Type:

Full-time, Non-exempt Reports to: This position currently reports to the Tool Room Foreman.

Work Location:

In person at Rodon's manufacturing facility located at 2800 Sterling Drive, Hatfield

PA 19440

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Pay:

Negotiable (depending upon experience)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person