Composite Mold Technician

Description

 Mold Technician

Description

General Responsibilities

Responsibilities  include setting up and starting mold machines while verifying the set  up is done correctly to written work standards. You will troubleshoot  equipment when necessary and make adjustments accordingly. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and start up mold  equipment
• Document and make tooling and equipment adjustments 
• Troubleshoot machine equipment and tooling issues during production 
• Tooling review: pins, bushing and threaded holes
• Press & drum health;  general mold condition 
• Platen condition and alignment of mold halves
• Inspect items to ensure a  consistent level of quality 
• Work with vendors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area 

Maintenance and Repairs

• Complete Preventative Maintenance on Production floor in a timely manner or as communicated by department manager.
• Perform Mold repairs, as assigned.
• Assist with Mold issues on the Production floor.
• Support mold qualifications and/or other Engineering projects, as needed.
• Support the production floor with daily tasks. Included, but not limited to, mold changes, loading  parts, and machine start-ups.
• Repair or install solutions to production safety issues.

Documentation

• Maintain documentation of mold condition and status.
• Accurately complete paperwork and system transactions to ensure component traceability
• Maintain press schedule for design demand.
• Complete packing slips for items going to vendors or Advanced Manufacturing.

Job Requirements/Technical Skills

• Read, understand, and execute detailed work instructions.
• Read and understand drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring.
• Above average math skills.
• Above average mechanical ability.
• Understanding of PLC
• Operation and understanding of press molding equipment.
• Use of hand tools to trim, sand, or grind components.
• Required training (training will be provided in all areas, as needed):
  • Forklift
  • Hoist
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Hazardous Communication
• Exhibit a sense of ownership in the results of the production team.
• Basic troubleshooting ability.
• Positive and professional attitude and demeanor.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to learn quickly and with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to analyze and problem-solve during troubleshooting situations.
• Above average attendance.

Required Behavioral Competencies

· Adaptability – Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.

· Applied Learning – Assimilates and applies new job-related information in a timely manner.

· Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

· Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive.

· Manages Work – Effectively manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

· Quality Orientation - Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks; is watchful over a period of time

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years mold and die tooling  experience.
• Demonstration of knowledge regarding various tools used as a Mold Assembly Technician.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking,  standing, and working on concrete production floor.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipment.

Competitive compensation & benefits package

Hartzell Propeller has a pre-employment and random Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing requirement and tests for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines and phencyclidine in addition to alcohol. 

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