Mold Installation Technician

Jobs › Pittsfield, MA › Mold Installation Technician Cavallero Plastics, Inc. Mold Installation Technician Pittsfield, MA Apply About Us Cavallero Plastics, Inc. is a small business family-owned business since 1964 that family has maintained the same core principles focused on delivering personalized customer service, satisfaction and quality in the field of custom injection molding and mold manufacturing. Specializing in engineering thermoplastics, we can produce the parts needed to excel in today\'s competitive environment. At Cavallero Plastics, we are consistently advancing the development of our products and services in order to be in the forefront of breaching technological advances. Our devoted personnel take pride in their work and use a solution-based approach to achieve maximum reliability and satisfaction for our customers..

Our work environment includes:

• International workforce
• Casual work attire Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mold Installation Technician to join our manufacturing team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the precise installation, setup, and alignment of molds used in plastics injection molding. Your expertise will ensure that molds are installed efficiently and accurately, supporting high-quality production output. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced machinery and contribute to the seamless operation of our manufacturing facilities. Duties

• Know, understand, and follow the written procedures that govern the injection molding process.
• Install, align, and secure molds into various plastics processing machines including injection molding presses, blow molding machines, and extrusion equipment.
• Use hand tools, calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring instruments to verify mold dimensions and alignment.
• Conduct quality inspections on molds and finished products to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Handle materials safely using forklifts and materials handling equipment to transport molds and components within the production area.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjustments on molds and related equipment to optimize performance.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to streamline installation processes and reduce waste while maintaining safety standards.
• Maintain records as required by the procedure.
• Additional duties as needed. Qualifications
• Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in plastics injection molding.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) used in manufacturing automation systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely; forklift certification is preferred.
• Experience with machining tools such as press brake machines, CNC lathes, and other fabrication equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality inspection techniques using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to mold setup and adjustments.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or plastics processing environments is highly desirable.

Join us as a Mold Installation Technician and become a vital part of our dynamic manufacturing team! Your expertise will help us produce high-quality products efficiently while advancing your skills in a fast-paced industry that values precision, safety, and innovation.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Plastics injection molding: 5 years (Required)

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Mold Technician:

5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Required) Active Filters Mold Installation Technician Pittsfield, MA Clear All Apply