Mold Assembly Technician- Advanced Manufacturing

Who we are.

IPL is a global leading sustainable packaging solutions provider that manufactures specialty rigid packaging products used in the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics and environmental markets. Sustainability is essential to the long-term success of our business. As a packaging company that develops plastic-based solutions for our customers, it is imperative that we meet the customer needs while being mindful of our operational impacts and the need to preserve our planet. We are committed to running our business responsibly and in ways that drive environmental, social, and economic value for our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees and local communities. We employ over 2,500 people in 18 manufacturing facilities, 2 corporate & sales offices and 3 R&D facilities across Canada, China, Europe, and the United States.

Read more about our story at: www.iplglobal.com

The role

We are currently recruiting for a Mold Assembly Technician to join our Advanced Manufacturing team. The Mold Assembly Technician will be responsible for maintaining and improving the condition of existing tooling and for assisting with mold issues on the production floor.

The successful candidate will:

Maintenance and Repairs

· Complete Preventative Maintenance in both Mold Assembly area and on Production floor in a timely manner or as communicated by department manager.

· Perform Mold repairs, as assigned.

· Hot runner maintenance and troubleshooting, including wiring.

· Hot runner controller maintenance and troubleshooting, including wiring.

· 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 and insert changes, machine start-ups, blocked part recovery and sampling.

· Repair or install solutions to production safety issues.

Documentation

· Maintain documentation of mold condition and status.

· Maintain press schedule for Research and Development.

· Complete packing slips for items going to vendors or Advanced Manufacturing.

General Duties

· Assist with emptying chip containers/bins

· Operate various equipment in toolroom

· Occasional delivery and pickup of hot repair items.

· Monitor and maintain spare parts inventory.

· Perform precision measuring on inserts and mold bases.

· Perform insert changes.

· Maintain organization of Tool area.

· Assist with machine start-ups.

· Some travel may be required.

· All other duties, as assigned.

What you will bring to the role:

· Exhibit a sense of ownership in the results of the production team.

· Required training (training will be provided in all areas, as needed):

o Forklift

o Lockout/Tagout

o Arc Flash

o First Aid/CPR

o Fire Extinguisher

o Hazardous Communication

· Experience with precision measuring.

· Above average math skills.

· Above average mechanical ability.

· 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.

· High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

· Demonstration of knowledge regarding various tools used as a Mold Assembly Technician.

· Experience in a manufacturing environment, a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person