Tool Cleaner

POSITION SCOPE AND PURPOSE: Responsible for the effective cleaning, maintenance and repair of precision molds for plastic injection molding machines. Includes the tear down and assembly of molds in a safe and efficient manner according to ISO, GMP and OSHA standards. Works with Engineering and Tooling personnel for the repair of damaged mold components. The Mold Cleaner/Machinist performance is based on timeliness, cost-effectiveness of the jobs assigned and support provided to the tooling department and other departments. .

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform mold modifications and repairs to damaged tools as needed.
• Detect and report damaged mold, equipment and unusual conditions to supervisor.

• Tear down, assemble, and clean molds safely and efficiently according to procedures and processes.
• Troubleshoot mold problems on the manufacturing floor. Correct problems within limits of established company practices.
• Develop and document instructions for safe and efficient mold tear down, assembly, and clean.
• Identify and label proper configuration of mold components for proper assembly of desired part.

OTHER POSITION DUTIES:

• Maintain proper supply if inventory to perform tasks of position.
• Identify and follow up with appropriate Engineer or Tooling personnel for damage to molds and/or updates to instructions.
• Put pipes/fittings on mold and hydraulic lines, if needed.
• Maintain proper date code information for all active tooling.
• Ability to properly move and place molds and components using appropriate equipment and following proper lifting and handling techniques.
• Maintain tools and related equipment, clean, assemble and install mold components.
• Perform normal preventive maintenance.
• Inspect parts produced from mold for damage or quality defects caused by mold or related components or equipment.
• Assure that the due dates are met on all internal and external orders.
• Maintain efficiency, housekeeping, and safety.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of tool room machines. Knowledge of inspection and measuring techniques.
• Plastic injection molding experience a plus
• Read blueprints
• Knowledge of CNC Mill required, CNC EDM and Wire EDM a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of CAD CAM preferable Master CAM X4 and above.
• ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 background

• Working knowledge of ISO, GMP and OSHA standards.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in the plastics industry, preferably injection molding or demonstrably mechanically inclined.
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant hands on mold cleaning and tooling experience

• Effectively apply lean manufacturing principles.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; be a team player; and have the ability to develop a team atmosphere. Must be able to communicate with all levels of staff.
• Tooling experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, ERP systems and IQMS.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.

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