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Polytainers Inc. · 20 hours ago

Tool Room - Mold Technician (D Shift)

Lees Summit, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Polytainers Inc. is a company that specializes in producing injection molded plastic food containers. They are seeking a Mold Technician who will be responsible for product changes, troubleshooting mold issues during production, and maintaining molds for storage and installation.

Food and BeverageManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Remove Mold During Product Change

Pre-Stage all equipment and necessary tools for mold removal

Obtain all necessary supplies from stores prior to removing mold

Remove mold and all mold accessories from the machine

Perform line clearance

Prepare the mold to be transported to the tool room

Install Mold During Product Change

Pre-Stage Mold at machine

Obtain necessary supplies from stores, vendors, or suppliers prior to installation by placing product orders

Install the new mold by following proper procedures

Troubleshoot mold issues during installation process

Prepare for Storage and Installation

Follow the lock out, tag out (LOTO) procedure

Inspect the mold out for repairs, tool wear, and damage

Perform repairs and clean the mold prior to storage

Store the mold in the proper location

Inspect, clean, polish the mold prior to installation

Repair and Improve Injection Molds During Production

Troubleshoot molds during production to ensure optimum performance

Check mold alignment

Split any mold to perform the following:

Replace or clean tips

Replace gate pads

Clean mold (flash)

Replace heaters

Clean cavity air

Block and unblock cavities when the need arises

Perform insert change or repairs, clean cores and gate inserts

Fix leaking inserts

Perform Routine Preventative Maintenance

Replace mold inserts, nozzle tips

Check lubrication points

Setting and checking mold alignment

Documentation

Complete the product change form as molds are changed and rotated

Report daily activities and update Tool Room labor board file

Complete a mold Inspection checklist as needed

Qualification

Injection moldingMold maintenanceTroubleshootingMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Minimum 2 years related experience in a molding or injection molding facility

Good PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Lift, carry, and transport more than 50 pounds; stand, walk, kneel, and crawl for prolonged periods of time; perform repetitive arm and shoulder movements

Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible

Consistently use good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions

Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results

Maintain an effective relationship with production floor team members including Operators, Packers, Process Technicians, Supervisors, and other maintenance team members

Preferred

College degree or certificate in injection molding, maintenance, or plastics strongly preferred

Company

Polytainers Inc.

Polytainers provides intelligent, responsive packaging solutions that takes the uncertainty out of your business.

Founded in 1968

Toronto, Ontario, CAN

501-1000 employees

https://www.polytainersinc.com

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