Injection Mold Maintenance and Repair Technician jobs in United States
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medmix ยท 1 month ago

Injection Mold Maintenance and Repair Technician

medmix is a global leader in high-precision delivery devices, and they are seeking an Injection Mold Maintenance and Repair Technician to join their team. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molds to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.

Health CareManufacturingMedicalMedical Device

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on all injection molds based on maintenance schedules
Lead and participate in formal problem-solving, including formal reporting for internal and external customers
Troubleshoot and repair injection molds, including addressing issues such as flash, short shots, galling, wear, and misalignment
Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble molds using proper techniques and tools
Diagnose mold-related production issues and recommend corrective actions. Identify and support areas for improvement and make recommendations to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Inspect, test, and repair hot runner systems, including manifolds, heaters, thermocouples / open and valve gate systems
Maintain detailed maintenance records for all mold tools, including work performed, findings, and parts replaced
Identify spare parts needed, control spare part inventory and reorder parts used
Inspect mold components (ejector pins, slides, lifters, cavities, cores, etc.) for wear or damage and replace as necessary
Coordinate with outside vendors or tool shops for mold modifications, welding, or machining when required
Recommend improvements to tooling design, maintenance practices, or component selection to improve reliability and performance

Qualification

Mold maintenance experienceMold construction knowledgeBlueprint interpretationPrecision measuring toolsManual machining equipmentTechnical/vocational trainingFluency in English

Required

High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training in mold making or industrial maintenance is a plus
Several years of experience in mold maintenance and repair in an injection molding environment
Strong understanding of mold construction, including hot runner systems, hydraulic/pneumatic actuated tools, and multi-cavity molds
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tool drawings, and technical documents
Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.)
Fluency in English

Preferred

Experience using manual machining equipment (grinders, lathes, mills) is highly preferred

Benefits

Paid time off of 15 days per year (pro-rated 1st year)
Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year
Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
Medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary
Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis
Employee Assistance Program
Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle
Years of Service Awards

Company

medmix

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Medmix produces and supplies medical equipment, including dental syringes, spreaders, and accessories for the healthcare sector.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Girts Cimermans
Chief Executive Officer
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Francisco Faoro
Chief Technology Officer
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