Mold Maker I

Cambro•Mebane, NC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY The Mold Maker works with senior mold makers on new mold builds, repair Injection, EPP and Insert molds as directed, and continue to develop technical skills from senior mold makers and through external training programs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Disassemble and assemble molds safely, efficiently, and without damage. Disassemble and assemble hot runner systems including wiring and multimeter testing. Accurately use and read Micrometers, Calipers and Gauges. Utilize basic MasterCam skills. Set-up, program, and operate CNC, manual mill, lathe, sinker EDM, and surface grinder as needed and in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to produce quality workmanship. Participate in continuous improvement efforts. Obtain work instruction from shop drawings, e-files, verbal instructions, and sketches. Perform assigned work with minimal supervision from manager or senior mold makers. Work with senior mold makers to repair Injection, EPP and Insert molds. Work with senior mold makers on new mold builds. Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment. Pursue ongoing training in related job skills. Keep work area and machines clean. Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization. Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully. Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions. Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect. Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects. Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager. Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service). Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team. Other duties as needed or required.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in mold making, mold repair and/or mold maintenance.
Willing to train and develop mold making technical skills/knowledge.
Demonstrate competence in shop math, adding, subtracting, understanding decimals and fractions.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
Proficiently speak, read, and understand English.
Must be a critical thinker, able to analyze and evaluate facts and circumstances that affect an issue.
Must be able to clearly communicate information orally and in written form.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent.
3+ years’ experience in mold making, mold repair and/or mold maintenance.
Ability to conceptualize.
Experience driving a forklift.

Responsibilities

Disassemble and assemble molds safely, efficiently, and without damage.
Disassemble and assemble hot runner systems including wiring and multimeter testing.
Accurately use and read Micrometers, Calipers and Gauges.
Utilize basic MasterCam skills.
Set-up, program, and operate CNC, manual mill, lathe, sinker EDM, and surface grinder as needed and in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to produce quality workmanship.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
Obtain work instruction from shop drawings, e-files, verbal instructions, and sketches.
Perform assigned work with minimal supervision from manager or senior mold makers.
Work with senior mold makers to repair Injection, EPP and Insert molds.
Work with senior mold makers on new mold builds.
Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment.
Pursue ongoing training in related job skills.
Keep work area and machines clean.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
Follow all department quality standards/criteria.
Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.
Other duties as needed or required.
Use support software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook to communicate and document information.
Provide technical expertise to team members with less experience.
Provide training to other team members.
Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.