Mold Technician - General Mold Maintenace - PMI Worldwide : Job Details

At Monoflo International, the role of a Mold (Tool) Technician is crucial for the success of our Tooling Group, which supports our Production Group by maintaining and servicing injection molds. The Mold Technician is responsible for the accurate diagnosis, repair, and assembly of injection molding tools (molds) in the plastic molding industry. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform efficient assembly and disassembly of injection molding tools (molds)
• Read and understand diagrams (symbols) to accurately measure, assemble, fit inserts, connect water circuits, air circuits, hydraulic circuits
• Diagnosis root cause of issues related to ejector system, air, water, and hydraulics
  • Hydraulics include cylinders, hoses, fittings, seals, and mold staubli
  • Water system includes flow channel, plugs, baffles, fittings, clips, hose and seals
  • Air system includes valves, cylinders, seals, fittings, and hoses
  • Ejector system includes plates, pins, cores, slides, guides, etc.
• Identify mold defects that cause flash, short shot, gate vestige, and other abnormalities
• Measure wall thickness and diagnosis fill imbalance or core/cavity placement
• Conduct repairs of related systems and mold defects identified
• Use a variety of measuring devices to obtain critical dimensions
• Use a variety of hand tools and machining equipment
• Perform basic machining and welding
• Read and understand mold markings for water, air, and hydraulics
• Work with cold runner and hot runner systems
• Perform verification tests during assembly process to confirm fit and proper sealing
• Perform insert (configuration) changes as scheduled
• Obtain crane certification to use rigging equipment to move molds
• Inform the Tooling Manager of questions and concerns regarding any task assigned
• Follow safety programs when operating equipment and use PPE

Equipment you will work with:

• Surface Grinder
• Hand polishing
• Dry Ice Cleaning Equipment
• Mig and Tig welders, Micro welder for those interested in welding

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3 Years experience maintaining injection molding tools (molds)
• Understanding of mold materials (steel, aluminum, beryllium copper)
• Basic machining and welding skills
• Basic injection molding knowledge
• Basic knowledge of fluid systems (hydraulic, air, water)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management to meet target dates

What we offer:

• Competitive wages
• 12 hours shifts
• 3-day weekends
• Paid Holidays
• Quarterly & Yearly Bonus Programs
• Health/Dental/Vision/401K

Who we are:Monoflo International, Inc. stands as a prominent provider of innovative and eco-friendly business-to-business reusable packaging solutions. Since our inception in 1973, we've remained a family-owned and operated enterprise, steadily advancing as a premier manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While our product range is diverse, our core focus remains unwavering: harnessing cutting-edge technology to produce top-tier products that facilitate seamless product transportation for our clients.We empower our employees to steer their career trajectories, fostering an environment where dedication and excellence are duly recognized and rewarded with avenues for growth. While collaboration is central to our ethos, we emphasize individual accountability and ownership as fundamental drivers of success within our organization.If you're seeking an opportunity to seize control of your daily responsibilities and projects while thriving in an environment where colleagues share a deep pride in their work, seize the moment and apply today!Disclaimer: Monoflo International is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer.