Job Description
Mold Maker STARTING RATE: $35.00 - $48.00 (Depending Upon Experience)1st Shift (6:30-3:00pm) Earn up to an additional $800 annually in Attendance Bonus
On Demand Pay: Access your pay as soon as you've earned it!
BENEFITS - Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire
- Generous paid time off benefits and 11 paid Holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401k plan with company match
WELL-BEING - Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits
- Up to $150-off your gym membership annually
- Discounted Pet Insurances for your furry friends
- Access to individualized financial planning meetings
- Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more
- Discounted family caregiving support
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB Work with production and engineering to create new injection molds and perform repairs/modifications on existing injection molds using various tool room equipment including EDM and CNC's.
MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities: Mold Manufacturing & Support - Manufacture new injection molds based on customer specifications.
- Create fixtures and auxiliary equipment to support production needs.
- Perform repairs and modifications on existing molds using equipment such as CNC machines and EDM.
Planning & Scheduling - Plan and schedule mold-making projects to meet quoted hours and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate with team members and prepare necessary prints and instructions.
Team Collaboration - Participate in kick-off meetings and contribute to mold design and build discussions.
- Guide, train, and supervise assigned helpers or junior staff.
Process Documentation & Communication - Complete necessary paperwork and detailed instructions for mold assembly and maintenance.
- Assess completed jobs for continuous improvement opportunities.
Quality & Safety Assurance - Promote and maintain high standards for product quality, safety, and cleanliness.
- Ensure compliance with ISO and other quality standards.
Equipment Use & Maintenance - Operate a variety of tool room equipment including CNC machining centers, EDM sinker, and wire EDM.
- Clean equipment and report maintenance issues to the shop supervisor.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Additional Duties - Work overtime as needed depending on project demands.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS Requirements: - High School education or equivalent.
- Completion of a four-year state certified mold making apprenticeship program or Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree or equivalent preferred, but not required
- 5+ years of mold making experience
- 5+ years of tool room experience.
- Technical experience with troubleshooting injection molding related issues
- Strong technical/mechanical aptitude
- Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Basic mold tool design theory and a working knowledge of mold materials processing
- Excellent math skills (use geometry, trigonometry, shop mathematics, and calculator proficiently)
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Ability to use pneumatic and power tools
- Thorough knowledge of inspection equipment and techniques
- Computer skills (for interoffice email and job communication)
- Knowledge of Makino CNC and Charmilles Wire EDM a plus
- Efficient at programming and running shop machinery (CNC machining centers, High-Speed-Milling, EDM sinker, WEDM, etc.)
- CNC programming skills (Vero and SOLIDWORKS)
- Ability to manage multiple projects Revised 05/2023
- Speak, read, and write English to be easily understood
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or blueprint format
- Excellent hand/eye coordination: manual dexterity, good vision
- Must not receive more than one (1) NCR per quarter and no more than four (4) NCR's within a year
- Receive an annual performance review of 75% or above
Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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