Mold Maker

Summary: 

The role of Mold Maker is to insure that molds are built, repaired or revised in accordance with work orders or control plans and meet customer expectations. Mold Maker is expected to have a thorough knowledge of CNC machining, and understand the function of all mold components and the tolerances that are needed to repair and revise a mold and therefore work that meets these expectations. Mold Maker must be able and willing to learn and research new technology as it becomes available. Mold Maker is expected to work with little or no supervision, perform all duties in a safe manner, and to report any safety concerns. Work areas must be maintained in a clean, organized, and efficient manner. There may be other duties and responsibilities expected that are too numerous and varied to describe in this format.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build, repair or revise molds in accordance with accepted procedures
• Assemble molds in accordance with tool designs and accepted procedures
• Quality checks required
• Train, assist, and impart knowledge to other associates including apprentices
• Participate in quoting repairs and revisions as requested

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

• Machinery Skill Requirements:

○ Milling Machine – Manual Milling Machine with 2 Axis CNC

○ Manual and Auto Surface Grinder

○ Manual Drill Press

○ Manual Lathes and attachments

○ Fitting Press

○ EDM Setup and Operation

○ EDM Programming using CAD/CAM applications

○ Various hand tools applicable to molding building and polishing

○ Various measuring instruments

○ Horizontal and Vertical Saws

○ Lift Truck

Education/Experience: 

• High School Diploma
• Technical or vocational program in machining, tool making, mold repair, or related field
• 2-5 years of hands-on-experience in tool and mold builds and repair
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, using precision measurement tools, and understanding mold design and operation
• Knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing processes and techniques
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards, including ISO-9001 and/or ISO-13485
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance
• Knowledge of computers and working within systems preferably IQMS