Moldmaker

Company Description

Gerresheimer is the global partner for pharmaceutics, biotech, healthcare, and cosmetics with a very broad product range for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging solutions and drug delivery systems. The company is an innovative solution provider from concept to delivery of the end product. Gerresheimer achieves its ambitious goals through a high level of innovative strength, industrial competence and concentration on quality and customer focus. In developing innovative and sustainable solutions, Gerresheimer relies on a comprehensive international network with numerous innovation and production centers in Europe, America and Asia. Gerresheimer produces close to its customers worldwide with around 11,000 employees and generated annual revenues in 2022 of EUR 1.8bn. With its products and solutions, Gerresheimer plays an essential role in people's health and well-being.

Gerresheimer Peachtree City L.P. was established in 1993 in Peachtree City, GA, as part of the Plastics & Devices Division manufacturing and assembling a variety of precision molded plastic parts for various applications in the medical industry. The subsidiary operates in an 132 K sq. ft. production facility with 200 employees. 

Job Description

• Repair and maintain injection molds in accordance with internal specifications to support smooth injection molding production.
• Independently carry out tool repairs based on documented tool complaints, adhering to the set specifications.
• Perform disassembly and assembly of injection molds, ensuring accuracy and precision.
• Execute skilled tasks at the workbench, such as spotting, measuring, and other critical adjustments.
• Document dimensional changes directly on technical drawings to reflect modifications.
• Inspect tools and components for wear, replace defective or worn parts, and rework tools and molds as required.
• Test repaired tools and molds to ensure they meet required specifications and operational standards.
• Update and maintain the MES (Manufacturing Execution System) following repair or maintenance activities.

Perform regular tool inspections in line with maintenance schedules, diagnosing issues as needed and replacing wear parts and materials

Qualifications

• Completed 3-year technical vocational training (e.g., as a tool mechanic) or a comparable qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in the repair and maintenance of injection molds.
• Proficient in the disassembly, assembly, and reworking of injection molds and tooling.
• Strong knowledge of tool repair processes, including spotting, measuring, and other precision work.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and implement dimensional changes accurately.
• Hands-on experience with common machining processes such as milling, grinding, and eroding.
• Familiarity with manufacturing systems, particularly MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems).
• Skilled in diagnosing tool wear, replacing defective parts, and performing detailed inspections.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, managing repairs efficiently to support production goals.

Additional Information

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