Molding Mechanic | 2nd & 3rd shift

Job Summary
Our Injection Mold Press Mechanic will be working daily with our Molding & Extrusion teams in our Clearwater facility to ensure the 25 Mold Presses are kept safe and operational. They will partner with the MFG Leadership Teams to ensure a strong culture that is committed to achieving results -- all in focus of one thing -- Our commitment to the Customer.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, supervisors and managers. The ability to analyze and solve problems, exceptional attention to detail, highly organized self-starter who can manage time, handle challenges, volumes of work and pressure to assist team members with issues and opportunities that arise daily.

Responsibilities

• Changing Molds Daily in Mold Presses to other products.
• Troubleshoot and maintain all injection molding machines with goal of keeping the production floor running 24/5.
• Understand, maintain or repair water system, plastic resin conveying system, hydraulic system, electric and electronic basics, grease and oil definitions and compressed air systems.
• Maintain all facets of Injection Molding machines.
• Complete work orders related to machine repairs and or preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and repair machines.
• Fabricate machine parts as required.
• Reduce downtime of machines to support production demand.
• Prioritize and complete assignments on time.
• Communicate clearly and in collaboration with Manager & Manufacturing Department
• Meet with supervisors regarding operation of machines.
• Continuous training of machine operators.
• Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance

Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must have a minimum of 5-10 years in injection molding, extrusion, plastics and mold tooling.
• Have strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance several projects at one time.
• A basic knowledge of machine shop practices, technologies, machine tool operations, working qualities of materials, shop mathematics, and handbook formulas.
• A basic knowledge of injection molding design, materials and scientific injection molding.
• Must have a basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Be proficient in MS Office
• Possess good oral and written skills to communicate with coworkers, management and engineering.
• Must be trained and licensed to operate forklifts.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Keep work areas neat and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28