Technical Assistant, Tooling

75 Plumb Pak Drive, Winchester, New Hampshire 03470 United States of America - Who is Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, and Lansas. Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry. - Position Summary This position is an entry level role in the plastics injection molding and tooling operation. The role is to learn while doing assigned tasks; to serve and assist the plastic tooling technician, press operators and related functions to support safe, accurate, and timely preventive maintenance, and diagnostic troubleshooting of plastic injection tooling. This position also assists with maintaining accurate data in spare parts inventory plan for plastics tooling. Position Responsibilities Perform and assist with Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities on injection molds Clean and prepare molds Learn to change out inserts and date codes per schedule; perform tasks guidance until mastery achieved Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of tooling area Work closely with Toolmaker or other assigned expert to learn how to execute repairs Assist with maintenance of tool PM information using Fix maintenance service request program Set Up and put away outgoing and incoming mold kits for changeovers Maintain inventory of molds Other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Experience Previous experience in a plastic injection molding or machining operation; minimum 6 to 12 months. Demonstrates basic understanding of injection mold press operation. Material handling experience as demonstrated by current company forklift operator certification OR able to successfully earn forklift certification within 3 months of placement. Ability to take initiative in the problem-solving process. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands. Knowledge of MS Office Applications required. Working knowledge of Excel preferred. Mechanical Aptitude and previous experience working with tools and machinery Education and Certification High School Diploma or equivalent - Why Oatey? At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates. Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard. Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates. Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development. WORKING AT OATEY We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey. http://oatey.com/careers