Summary: The 2nd shift Mold Maker utilizes various equipment and machinery, to effectively maintain and repair complex injection molds in support of our Production departments.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of basic injection molding techniques and materials to troubleshoot issues with molds and finished product.
• Work in tandem with quality assurance to ensure manufactured parts are produced according to customer print requirements.
• Communicate daily with supervisor and coworkers regarding tool conditions, suggestions for improvement and spare parts inventory.
• Devise and implement corrective actions for tooling issues that are affecting part quality and/or tool efficiency.
• Communicate with prior and oncoming shifts to give work assignments and expectations to achieve production plan.
• Take action to reduce tool build, repair, and scrap costs.
• Provide training to operators as needed.
• Participate in preventative tool maintenance including, but not limited to, grinding spare parts for tools.
• Follow Company and industry safety rules and guidelines, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Follow all International Standards that apply to SUNBELT’s certifications and QMS.
• Ensure shop cleanliness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education /Skills /Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and safety.
• 10 to 15 years of Injection Molding experience, preferably in the Automotive and Medical Industry.
• Experience in reel-to-reel molding, insert molding and decoupled molding a definite asset.
• Possess the requisite skills to maintain and repair complex injection molds.
• Possess the knowledge and comprehension of basic injection molding, including fundamental machine design and function.
• Possess the basic knowledge and comprehension of plastic resins and the processing of each in a particular application.
• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Self-starter with a strong drive for continuous improvement
• Ability to read advanced blueprints & understanding of GD&T.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift materials of an average weight of 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to work a flexible schedule which may include overtime and weekends

Interplex Industries is a global supplier of custom interconnect and electric packaging solutions. Our diverse customer base includes automotive, telecom, industrial, Medical Lifescience and consumer electronics suppliers worldwide. Our technologies include stamping, molding, plating, etching, skiving, drawing and assembly of precision parts. The company has a strategic vision to expand its product development capabilities and is looking for the brightest and most creative individuals to accomplish this vision.