Mold Polisher, Tool & Die (Starlink) - Level 4/5

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Mold Polisher to primarily support the manufacturing and development of Starlink product components alongside a strong group of tool and die specialists and technicians. This individual will polish plastic injection molds and milled, EDM, and turned surfaces in hardened H-13 and P-20 materials. The ideal candidate will have experience restoring welded surfaces during repair operations as well as experience with power tools (air and electric), profilers, grinders, and hand polishing tools.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience polishing plastic injection molds
3+ years of experience in mold maintenance

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with power and hand die polishing equipment with larger, multi-slide, die-cast dies, experience with TIG welding a plus
Experience in restoring welded surfaces on repair operations
Experience with power tools, air/electric, profilers, grinders, as well as hand polishing tools
Ability to organize and prioritize workflow

Responsibilities

Polish milled, EDM, and turned surfaces in hardened H-13 and P-20 materials
Polish and detail all machined die and mold surfaces to the prescribed surface finish requirements
Maintain the proper draw polish to release plastic parts and castings successfully
Add radii and blending contours when necessary
Work with the Tool and Die team during spotting and fitting operations
Work to the scheduled delivery dates for each tool component
Preventive maintenance work on injection molds and dies (assembly and disassembly)
Keep the supervisor/manager aware of any condition that may affect the efficiency, quality, or completion of jobs
Identify product with non-conformance
Provide technical leadership to less experienced employees
Consistently meet and/or exceed estimated times
Work with Quality Control and all other departments for first piece qualifications