TOOLING MAINTENANCE - IN

Job Description

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

To maintain molds and tooling for use in production; to perform mold and tooling changes safely and efficiently; to keep Tool Room Supervisor informed of the condition of all molds and components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs scheduled maintenance on molds as directed by the Tool Room Supervisor;

Maintenance tasks include but are not limited to:

- Complete dis-assembly of molds

- Clean and inspection of all components

- Repair any damages as directed by Tool Room Supervisor

- Install, replace, and maintain water and hydraulic fittings

- Troubleshoot, repair and maintain HR manifolds, controllers, and cables

- Perform tooling changeovers only after reviewing the applicable Mold Recipe Document (cores, strippers, cavities, gate inserts, and plates)

- Prior to production – test water and HR systems, including controllers

- Replace “O” rings and seals

- Lubricate molds

Transport and manipulate molds by use of fork lifts and overhead cranes;

Documents condition of tooling; informs supervisor of any major damage to mold or tooling;

Checks knock out rods, chute for mold, water lines/hoses, etc.;

Returns tooling and components to their assigned locations;

Hooks up / unhooks water, chute, and cylinder (if rack mold) for mold changes in accordance to engineering approves prints;

Installs / removes knock out rods, conveyors, spinner bowls, side shields, and thermolator;

Hooks up / unhooks controller, (if hot runner mold);

Constructs side shields, chutes, or knock out rods as required;

Adheres to all department safety procedures;

Undergoes training and becomes proficient in all tool room related Phoenix Work Instructions;

Participates in additional training to improve knowledge and hands-on skill levels.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures;

Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions

Backup: Off-shift Tooling Maintenance.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent; ability to read and understand blueprints; English reading and writing skills; ability to use micrometer, ruler, and caliper; fork lift and man lift certifications required

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 years of related experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lifting or Carrying (0-35 lbs. typically 0-15% of the day)

Simple Grasping (0-15%) - sorting, filing

Fine Manipulating (30-70%) - typing, computer work

EQUIPMENT USED:

Personal Computer, calculator, telephone, portable electronic devices

CONTACTS:

Production Department Managers

Molding and Lining Maintenance personnel

Corporate Tooling Engineer

Customer Service; Process

Design Engineering personnel

Production Planners

Vice President of Operations Support

Director of Engineering

SUPERVISION:

Reports to Tool Room Spvr.

Full-time