Toolmaker (Lester Prairie, MN, US, 55354)

Sealed Air Corporation•Lester Prairie, MN

49d•$41 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Toolmaker A works to repair and maintain plastic injection mold tools, varying from single cavity low volume to multi-cavity high volume molds. This routinely includes disassembly and cleaning of complex molds, some of which can exceed thousands of pounds in weight and require lifting by an overhead crane to tables in the Toolroom, where intricate and often delicate or expensive components are removed for inspection, repair, and cleaning. Setups to the correct plastic product configuration are done by the Toolmaker, who works with other Toolmakers including apprentices on jobs scheduled by priority. Troubleshooting of molding visual defects or dimensional issues may be done on the bench or in the presses to determine next steps and make corrections as needed. Some fabrication or repair may be done on components using toolroom equipment including use of a lathe, mill, EDM machine, grinders, etc.

Requirements

Degree or diploma for 2-year machine trades program
Two - Five years' experience in assembly and reassembly of molds with thorough knowledge & understanding of tooling, tool room practices, and fabricating techniques
Mechanical aptitude, ability to accurately trouble shoot and problem solve, strong organizational and mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled & emergency tooling repair, maintenance, cleaning & set-up of self-contained molds
Inspect, build & maintain tooling & part fixtures using turning, milling & grinding operations
Recommend changes to mold designs to improve life of the tooling
Assist in troubleshooting of tooling on production floor in the molding machines & on the bench
Understanding of hot runner tooling function, maintenance & troubleshooting
Assist in the training of other toolmakers and apprentices
Participation in plant-wide safety efforts - safe and careful work practices always followed to reinforce a culture of safety
Support and participation in continuous improvement activities including maintaining a clean and organized workplace
Responsiveness to customer, scheduling, production, engineering and maintenance demands
Ability to work independently as well as on a team, and willing participation in cross-training activities
Other responsibilities and projects as assigned