Job Description As a Mold Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining molds, machines and auxiliary equipment to meet quality and customer requirements. Primary Responsibilities
- Providing support for the transfer/installation of new molds, resins and machinery
- Clean, repair and overhaul Hot Runner Systems, molds, components, machines and auxiliary equipment to manage cycle times, quality and reliability requirements
- Prepare molds, bases and inserts to meet changeover schedules
- Ability to complete PM protocols using our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Startup, shutdown and operate injection molding machines
- Support the development of new and existing apprentices and technical specialists
- Provide verbal updates, status of work, technical problems and their solutions to colleagues during shift change meetings
- Participates in special projects as required
- Provide absentee coverage for existing Process Specialists and Mold Technicians
- Follow and maintain an environmental health and safe work environment conditions by complying with all Hanon Systems Integrated Management System procedures, standards, and regulations. Years of Experience
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum 3 years of relevant injection molding mold, machine and auxiliary equipment repair experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment Degree Preferred
- High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required
- Completion of a DOL approved apprenticeship program emphasizing plastics manufacturing technology or tool and die program is preferred
- 2 year degree in a Manufacturing or Engineering related field is a plus Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications
- Knowledge of mold repair, overhaul, modification and preventive maintenance activities
- Knowledge of hot runner systems repair and setup
- Knowledge of plastics technology including screws and barrels, molding material delivery systems, temperature control units, grinders, dryers, separators and their applications
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and power transmission systems
- Knowledge of mold design as well as associated drawings and specifications that define and describe their function and operation
- Can use computers, programs and their applications as needed
- Technical Skills - Precision Measuring, Blueprint Reading, use of department tools and equipment including material handling equipment, English/Metric conversion Special Requirements (i.e. Overtime, Travel, etc.)
- Flexibility to work overtime including weekends
- Minimum US and International travel required
Pay:
From $28.07 per hour
Work Location:
In person