Mold Maintenance Technician

Mold Maintenance Technician

J L CLARK INC

Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $28.93 - $30.28 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Dimensional measurements Grinding tools Precision measurement in machining Manual machining Polishing Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mold Maintenance Technician keeps injection molds in working order so production can run safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

PRIMARY DUTIES

: Key Responsibilities Disassemble, clean, inspect, lubricate, repair and reassemble injection molds Work with Process Technicians and team to diagnose/troubleshoot problems Assist with maintaining spare part inventory Detailed documentation of completed work orders Safely operate overhead crane to position molds Read and interpret engineering drawings Contribute ideas for continuous improvement of tool life and work environment Requires lifting/pushing/pulling of objects weighing up to 60 pounds Ability to perform duties without supervision Communicate effectively and professionally with all team members Comply with all written and verbal safety procedures Comply with our protective personal equipment policy Maintain a clean and safe work environment Ability to use 3D software to review mold designs/components ( preferred ) Performs other duties as assigned to support production, quality, safety, and operational needs. Safety, Housekeeping & Teamwork Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times. Participate in internal quality audits or meetings as required. Communicate effectively with teams and supervisors regarding quality, production flow, and issues requiring attention. Support continuous improvement efforts within the Plastics Department. Serve as a primary resource for new and existing team members, providing guidance, answering questions and reinforcing safe work practices. Act as a designated job shadowing partner for new employees; ensuring proper application of procedures and safety standards.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Education equivalent to vocation or high school diploma Solid understanding of plastic injection mold maintenance Understanding of injection mold hot runner system maintenance ( preferred ) Understanding of high volume, high cavity injection molds ( preferred )

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use precision hand tools and measuring equipment Ability to use grinders, mills and lathes Ability to polish molding surfaces on steel

RELATIONSHIPS

Tool Room, Mold Set-Up, Machine Maintenance, Electricians, Engineering, R

D SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

NONE

SUPERVISED BY

Plastics Tooling/Project Manager Education, Training & Experience:

Education equivalent to vocational or high school diploma. Experience with and/or a solid understanding of plastic injection molds and auxiliary automation equipment. Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.