Monoflo International ยท 5 hours ago
Mold Technician/Tool Maker - Injection Molding
Winchester, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expMonoflo International is a prominent provider of innovative and eco-friendly business-to-business reusable packaging solutions. The Mold Technician role is crucial for maintaining and servicing injection molds, involving preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, while also offering opportunities to develop skills in manual machining and CNC programming.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Preventive/Predictive Maintenance on Injection Molds: Conduct regular maintenance to prevent breakdowns and ensure molds are operating efficiently
Implement predictive maintenance strategies to anticipate and address potential issues before they escalate
Troubleshooting and Mold Repairs: Diagnose problems with injection molds and perform necessary repairs to restore functionality
Address issues such as part line damage or shut-off problems through welding and other handwork techniques
Repair and Maintenance of Hot Runner Systems: Maintain and repair hot runner systems to ensure they operate effectively during the injection molding process
Troubleshoot issues related to hot runner components and optimize their performance
Diagnosing Water and Cooling Channels: Inspect and diagnose internal water and cooling channels within molds
Ensure proper functioning to regulate mold temperature and prevent overheating during production
Diagnosing Air and Hydraulic Systems: Check and troubleshoot air and hydraulic systems that support mold operation
Ensure these systems function correctly to facilitate mold movement and operation as needed
Wiring Heaters, Core, and Limit Switches: Wire and maintain heaters used within the molds to regulate temperature during the molding process
Install and maintain core and limit switches to control mold operation and ensure safety protocols
Developing Skills in Manual Machining and Welding: Opportunity to learn and enhance skills in manual machining techniques relevant to mold maintenance and repair
Gain proficiency in welding methods necessary for repairing mold components and addressing damage effectively
CNC Programming Skills Development: Opportunity to learn CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programming, which is essential for advanced mold repair and customization tasks
Qualification
Required
4+ years' experience working with and maintaining plastic injection molding molds (tools)
Proficient reading part prints for assembly
Proficient in diagnosing air and hydraulic systems
Satisfactory experience reading simple wiring schematics
Preferred
Ability to weld is beneficial but not required
Benefits
Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Security: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Optional Extras: Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.
Time Off: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.
Unique Perks: Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets.
Locally sourced prize raffles.
Monthly happy hours to unwind and connect with the team.
Company
Monoflo International
Monoflo International is a packaging and containers company that offers reusable plastic packaging solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase