Job Description

WORK SHIFT:

First Shift (United States of America)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY

The Mold Maker works with senior mold makers on new mold builds, repair Injection, EPP and Insert molds as directed, and continue to develop technical skills from senior mold makers and through external training programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Disassemble and assemble molds safely, efficiently, and without damage.
• Disassemble and assemble hot runner systems including wiring and multimeter testing.
• Accurately use and read Micrometers, Calipers and Gauges.
• Utilize basic MasterCam skills.
• Set-up, program, and operate CNC, manual mill, lathe, sinker EDM, and surface grinder as needed and in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to produce quality workmanship.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Obtain work instruction from shop drawings, e-files, verbal instructions, and sketches.
• Perform assigned work with minimal supervision from manager or senior mold makers.
• Work with senior mold makers to repair Injection, EPP and Insert molds.
• Work with senior mold makers on new mold builds.
• Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment.
• Pursue ongoing training in related job skills.
• Keep work area and machines clean.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.  
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use support software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook to communicate and document information.
• Provide technical expertise to team members with less experience.
• Provide training to other team members.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in mold making, mold repair and/or mold maintenance.  
• Willing to train and develop mold making technical skills/knowledge.
• Demonstrate competence in shop math, adding, subtracting, understanding decimals and fractions.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiently speak, read, and understand English.
• Must be a critical thinker, able to analyze and evaluate facts and circumstances that affect an issue.
• Must be able to clearly communicate information orally and in written form.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in mold making, mold repair and/or mold maintenance.
• Ability to conceptualize.
• Experience driving a forklift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent walking, standing, simple and power grasping, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Occasional sitting, bending at the neck and/or waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and/or waist, repetitive use of hands, use of hands for fine manipulation, pushing and pulling above and below shoulder level.

May require:

• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
• Working around equipment and machinery
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals
• Working at heights
• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement
• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment

PPE REQUIREMENTS

• Safety glasses
• Full leather upper, slip-resistant, safety toe shoes
• Hearing Protection

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COMPENSATION RANGE:

Salary may vary based on experience.

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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