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.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent; ability to read and understand blueprints; good 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/BACKUP:

• Tooling Supervisor.