Tool & Die Maker/Technician - Bench work

Job Description

Job Description

Prospect Mold and Die is a global leader in composite and metallic machining as well as tooling solutions serving the Aerospace and Defense, Building Products, Automotive markets and more. Prospect’s state-of-the-art equipment combined with our talented workforce gives us a competitive edge to meet the increasing needs of our customers. Prospect is proud to provide our product On Time, On Cost, On Service and On Spec. Prospect is ISO 9001, AS9100 certified.

Prospect Mold is looking to hire an experienced Mold/Tool Bench Technician. The Mold/Tool Bench Technician is responsible for performing accurate bench related tasks, such as fitting mold/tool components, assembly fitting, hydraulic and water plumbing, installation of hot runner and limit switches. Work is coordinated through the applicable supervisor. The Bench Technician will ensure proper tooling / proper material / proper set up items are available, when required, for active jobs. The Bench Technician must be conscientious and persistent about meeting or beating department throughput and delivery goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses various tools to lift, move, disassemble, and reassemble dies.
• Ability to hand assemble/fit/grind molds and parts to customer specs with little to no supervision.
• Provides components in a timely manner to meet production schedules.
• Perform all phases of assembly and disassembly of tools.
• Perform all phases of installing and plumbing water lines, hydraulic lines and systems.
• Demonstrate good bench-oriented shop practices: safety oriented, organization, cleanliness.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Motivated to complete work with little supervision.

• Inform management of anticipated conflicts for future operations.

• Other Duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Overhead crane operation experience preferred
• Possess strong mechanical, some electrical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Adhere to current and future company standards for conducting work and safety inspections of equipment. Work safely and in a manner consistent internal safety policies and procedures.

• Competent/comfortable with use of information technology.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Enjoy working in a team environment, possesses strong interpersonal skills enjoys learning and applying new technology.

• 2+ years’ bench experience preferred.
• Minimum of high school diploma or GED preferred.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently required to lift and or move weights up to 35 lbs.
• Physical ability to handle manual labor and to be on feet all day long.

• Use of Personal protective equipment on the production floor (PPE)

• Mental and physical dexterity to facilitate machine operation

Prospect Mold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.