ITW · 4 months ago
Mold Technician
Frankfort - 21601 South Harlem Avenue
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26/hr - $35/hr
2+ years expITW is a leading manufacturing company specializing in injection molding processes. They are seeking an Injection Mold Technician responsible for setting up and maintaining injection molding machines, troubleshooting process issues, and ensuring production efficiency and quality.
IndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Sets up injection molding machines in anticipation of the molding process, ensuring correct parameters are set for the specific part being molded
Setting molds, dies, etc., to conform to scheduled requirements, to include leaving the workstation clean and organized, with quality parts coming from the process, while minimizing downtime. Clears the production line of previous product materials, tools, and instructions, preparing it for the new part
Performs mold cleaning according to schedule and as needed to maintain optimal performance. Performs routine repairs and preventative maintenance on production machinery
Troubleshoot and solve minor molding process conditions (short shots, flash, burns, etc.) to ensure quality and prevent non-conformance
Adjust, maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment to maximize utilization. Work closely with setup technicians and operators to ensure proper operation of equipment
Collaborate with Plant Leaders to stop molding process due to quality concerns
Assist with material handling, changeovers and use of grinding equipment
Changeover of molds of an extremely complex, intricate, precise nature. Align, assemble, insert, and adjust tubes, cores, fittings, rods, or patterns into molds, using hand tools
Hot-runner & Robot/Sprue Picker familiarity and experience with routine maintenance knowledge preferred
Understanding of injection molding machine(s) and auxiliary equipment operations and repair preferred. Routine injection molding machine and auxiliary equipment maintenance
Read and interpret complicated drawings, work to extremely close tolerances. Use of calipers and other quality measuring devices to confirm tolerance
Exposure to scientific injection molding process monitoring methodology preferred
Forklift certified to move material to and from equipment
Use of variety of precision measuring instruments, go/no go gages, including calipers
Maintains set-up sheets and production records for shift
Microsoft Office software knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, Outlook
Follow safety rules and keep work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift)
Understands proper handling of scrap, disposition, and documentation
Communicate production and mechanical issues/defects detected effectively
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years relevant manufacturing experience in plastic injection molding environment preferred
Minimum 2 years related basic problem solving and processing skills in relation to injection molding and automation equipment
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good mechanical ability
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Must be able to stand for full manufacturing shift, ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch and similar activities
Ability to accommodate occasional flexible schedule when required
Must be able to safely operate required equipment for performing job functions
Preferred
Hot-runner & Robot/Sprue Picker familiarity and experience with routine maintenance knowledge preferred
Understanding of injection molding machine(s) and auxiliary equipment operations and repair preferred
Exposure to scientific injection molding process monitoring methodology preferred
Forklift certified to move material to and from equipment
Microsoft Office software knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, Outlook
Follow safety rules and keep work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift)
Understands proper handling of scrap, disposition, and documentation
Communicate production and mechanical issues/defects detected effectively
Company
ITW
ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024.
10001+ employees
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