Mold Machine Operator A - Deer Creek (Portland, OR)

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Milwaukie, OR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mold Machine Operator A operates molding machines to produce small and/or less complex wax pattern and gating components that meet quality standards. The operator inspects, trims, and cleans wax parts and may train less experienced operators as assigned. The role prepares tooling dies by assembling, disassembling, positioning, changing inserts, and adding chills and soluble materials according to Technique Cards. It also involves setting up, monitoring, and controlling molding machine functions; maintaining clean dies and inserts; removing and inspecting wax parts; trimming parts; and placing them on appropriate fixtures to maintain dimensional integrity. The operator maintains wax supplies, addresses quality or tooling problems, supports creation of Technique Cards, completes logs and records, and documents process modifications. The operator follows plant and department safety rules, operates equipment safely, reports safety problems, and meets production and quality standards. Other duties may include cleaning tooling, minor tooling repairs, training less skilled operators, and handling hazardous waste when required. On-the-job training is provided. PCC forklift driving safety certification must be completed, and hazardous waste management training may be required.

Requirements

Six to twelve months of competent performance as a Molder demonstrating skill in wax molding operations, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow specifications on Technique Cards, load cards, and other special instructions.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to work alone with limited supervision.
Written language skills.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Must complete PCC's Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training.

Responsibilities

Assemble, disassemble, prepare, and position tooling dies for operation; change die inserts as required.
Add chills and soluble materials according to Technique Cards.
Remove and clean tooling after operation; perform minor tooling repairs as required for TBO or LSBO.
Set up, monitor, and control mold machine functions using Technique Cards and established procedures.
Keep dies and inserts clean during molding operations.
Remove wax parts from dies, inspect them for defects, trim them, and place them on appropriate fixtures to maintain dimensional integrity.
Ensure proper wax supplies are maintained for machine operation.
Initiate and implement corrective action to resolve quality and tooling problems as needed.
Develop and assist with Technique Card creation.
Complete logs and records and document process modifications.
Follow plant and department safety rules, operate equipment and tools safely, and identify and report safety problems.
Meet production and quality standards.
Train less skilled operators as assigned and perform other tasks as directed.
Work with hazardous waste when required.