Essential duties and responsibilities can include, but are not limited to, tending one or more injection molding press/assembly lines, special purpose machines, or industrial robots to mold workpieces to specifications on production basis by performing the following duties.

Machine Responsibilities for Mold Technician:

• Install mold by using hoist or forklift to lift and then manually manipulates and secures mold in press
• Set up and shut down molds according to set-up sheet and diagram, for example, properly attaches/removes water lines and safety equipment
• Start machine, engage feed, and observe operation
• Move machine controls and guide to adjust machine to meet product specifications
• Replace worn machine accessories such as controls or switches
• Clean press, molds and parts

Production Responsibilities for Mold Technician:

• Inspect and measure machine product to verify conformance to specifications
• Record production and raw material usage accurately in inventory software
• Prepare and position support equipment and raw material
• Tend support equipment other than molding press and mold

General Responsibilities for Mold Technician:

• Assist in providing support and training to operators
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment following safety procedures and policies

Supervisory Responsibilities for Mold Technician:

• Assist in directing the molding operators
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Train employees, relieve operators for their breaks, address product complaints and resolve problems

Qualifications for Mold Technician:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience is required
• Knowledge of the property of plastics and the molding process to identify problems and solutions is preferred
• Ability to qualify and maintain for forklift certification if needed
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• Plastics processing experience is preferred
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Work Location: In person