What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Mold Maker position at Barnes?
Core Responsibilities
- Assemble/disassemble mold components including cores, cavities, base plates, sliders, lifters, and ejector systems according to engineering specifications and drawings.
- Inspect, clean, and prepare components for assembly, ensure all parts meet quality standards.
- Set up and assemble molds in a timely manner, meet deadlines.
- Produce high quality products.
- Maintain a safe work environment.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities.
- Able to understand verbal and written instructions.
- Support an environment of growth and enthusiasm with other associates.
- Perform precision fitting using manual tools and equipment.
- Verify clearances, alignment, and operation of moving parts in assembled molds.
- Perform all necessary documentation throughout the building of the mold.
- Be able to evaluate and recommend modifications/adjustments for the mold fitting.
- Ensures conformance to specifications utilizing CMM, height gauges, micrometers, and other precision measuring devices to adjust tools, to produce drawing specified dimensions and ensure overall quality.
- Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
- Must demonstrate strong organizational skills with close attention to detail, consistently following established quality and safety standards.
- Must be knowledgeable in reading and interpreting blueprints and CAD drawings.
- Skilled in conducting inspections and utilizing precision measuring devices to maintain product quality.
- Knowledge of proper health and safety measures.
- Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow within the company.
- 5 years’ experience as a mold builder
- Mold Assembly experience
- Inspection experience and able to use precision measuring devices for overall quality.
- Knowledge of proper Health and Safety measures.
- Desire to learn and grow within the company.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Knowledge of electrical wiring schematics
- Good math skills
- Understand and practice safe working methods
- Basic understanding of tools
- Be willing to work to ISO / QS 9000 standards and have a commitment to continuous improvement
- Capable of performing physical tasks including pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED