Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Mold Tech III is responsible for efficiently performing in-house maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of plastic Injection and plastic Thermoforming molds to meet quality standards within the scheduled timeframe.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs Injection Mold repair, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, insert change over, disassemble, clean, minor polishing and reassembly of Plastic Injection and Thermoform molds.
• Repairs molds with minimal supervision.
• Handles molds safely to ensure the safety of employees, equipment, and tooling.
• Supports the manufacturing departments as needed to perform mold functionality, repairs, and occasionally troubleshoot processing performance.
• Responsible for completing projects/assignments as directed by the Supervisor, Manager or Engineer.
• Inspects, analyzes and determines mold needs, verify dimensions using micrometers, gauge, dial indicators and other related precision instruments.
• Operate various machines such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses, etc.
• Dismantles mold to perform required work.
• Operates forklift and overhead hoist.
• Inputs information of the maintenance performed into the AS400 system.
• Meet deadlines and efficient routing of job through shop in a timely manner.
• Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Effectively present information one-on-one, and to small groups as needed.
• 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.

• High School diploma or GED
• Five (5) to ten (10) years' related experience in injection and/or thermoforming mold maintenance and troubleshooting
• Extensive knowledge to operate various tools such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, engineering documents, detailed mold/tool drawings and written/verbal instructions
• Knowledge in hot runner manifold systems and wiring of related components
• Ability to perform math functions including Geometry and Trigonometry as related to conversion of part drawings into molds
• Basic understanding of hardness principles and appropriate application of steels
• Ability to foresee tooling problems and suggest solutions
• Ability to perform work independently and within a team
• Basic computer skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree or higher
• Experience utilizing AS400
  

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, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
• Working around equipment and machinery
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals
• Working at heights
• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment
• Walking on uneven ground
• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement

PPE Requirements

• Safety glasses
• Utility gloves
• Steel-toe slip-resistant shoes
• Hardhat
• Hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs, ear muffs)
• Face shields
• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

Our NC Facility is temperature controlled by HVAC.

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.

Salary may vary based on experience.

Compensation Range:

D.O.E.

Cambro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.