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Molding Set-Up Technician

Job Summary

Ensure that all molds, mold components, and associated equipment are cleaned and are in safe, efficient operating condition. Perform “setup” and “change-over” duties.

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Reports to: Lead Mold Technician

Responsibilities

  • Mold Maintenance
    • Keep molds clean and store them away properly when not in use
    • Maintain a cleaning schedule for each mold
    • Lubricate pins, locking rings, cores, and guides
    • Maintain up-to-date mold logs and make special comments when warranted
  • Mold Breakdowns
    • Repair minor problems with molds (i.e. broken pins, nicks, scratches, leaks etc.)
    • Remove flash and PVC from molds, cores, and mold components
    • Remove broken bolts
  • Mold Set-Up
    • Set up molds and all components for the week’s mold changes
    • Clean and put away molds and mold components
    • Organize the maintenance area
    • Note any special problems during mold set-up
    • Keep tools organized and picked up and put away when done
  • Mold and mold component checks are to be made regularly
    • Ejectors and ejector guide lubricated
    • Chips, scratches, and component wear on molds and molding surface
    • Bolds are tight on molds and mold components
    • Cam followers are tight on mold components
  • Keep a list of parts and equipment to be ordered
    • Micro switches, wires, filters, thermal couples, etc.
    • Computer cards
  • Follow all safety rules, i.e. lockout/tag-out, gantry, forklift
  • Other duties assigned by management

Essential Function

  • Standing for long periods of time
  • Lifting up to 50lbs, occasionally more
  • Bending and stooping
  • Operating machinery
  • Able to understand operating procedures and warning signs
  • Must be able to read a tape measure
  • Must be able to use hand tools
  • Must be able to use electric and air tools