Mold Maker

Sets up and operates conventional and special purpose machines to fabricate metal parts and to perform repairs for molds for injection or compression molding of plastic products by performing the following duties.

Assemble or disassemble molds in a neat and orderly fashion, holding to the highest standard of quality while working in a timely manner

Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications and make adjustments as necessary

File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together

Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools

Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects

Perform maintenance on close tolerance injection molds when needed

Assist other tooling personnel with projects, when necessary, to achieve on time delivery commitments

Know status and whereabouts of details on the floor at any given time

Adhere to schedule for work priorities and utilize checklist for detail instructions

Check that all operations are complete for critical frame dimensions and

Complete mold inspection check list

Notify management of any problems or delays that will impact the company?s ability to support established goals

Keep work area clean and organized

Follow all safety procedures

 Assist in training  and advising apprentice

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Minimum of seven years experience in mold or tool repair related experience

Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office

Certificates & Licenses: Forklift/Boom/Scissor License