Mold Maker/Mold Repair Technician – Healthcare
Production / Hayward, California
The Mold Repair Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining molds for injection or compression molding of plastic products in a clean room environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Using company software, monitor and track progress of job towards completion
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Follow written as well as verbal line ups
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File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together
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Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify molds ,dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools
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Inspect finished molds for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects
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Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, and rulers
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Set up and operate drill presses, surface grinders, manual mills, lathes to manufacture and or modify parts for assembly
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Perform final assembly of the mold
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Repair and fitting of tool components and assembly of components into mold base for finished tool
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Broad knowledge of molding and mold repair with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems
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Complete mold inspection check list
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Notify management of any problems or delays that will impact the company’s ability to support established goals
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Keep work area clean and organized
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Follow all safety procedures
REQUIREMENTS:
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other Engineering field is a must
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5+ years’ experience in mold or tool repair related experience in a manufacturing environment; clean room environment experience a plus.
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Hands-on experience with Nissei, Engel, Arbug or Mitsubishi injection molding machines
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Ability to work overtime on weekend if needed
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is a guideline and compensation will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skill level, experience, education and training, and work location.
- California: $23.00 per hour – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Full-time Plastikon employees have access to medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, company paid Basic Life, AD&D, disability insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits (California employees only), Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and more.