Mold Maintenance Technician

Mold Maintenance TechnicianThe Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for working safely while working within the Mold Maintenance Department. Technicians are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and changing molds used for casting aluminum wheels.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFollows safety rules 100% of the time.Contributes to a safe work environment by following housekeeping guidelines.Maintains good attendance.Follows instructions and works to meet daily job assignments and KPI's.Strictly follow the instructions during operations, as well as maintenance of the equipmentAssembling and disassembling molds before and after production runs in accordance with daily production planInspecting molds for visual signs of wear (i.e., delamination, scratches, or pits) and repairing them according to standards of processRemoving leftover aluminum from molds using ultrasonic cleaner tank system, torch and/or manual toolsReplacing worn or damaged parts inside the mold (ejector pins, water lines or other components)Operating sandblasting equipment to clean and prepare mold surfacesWelding and blending to repair cracks or damages in moldsPainting molds with a protective coating to prepare them for heatingOperating a mold furnace to cure and harden repaired moldsInserting, changing and moving molds to and from the casting deck and assisting with installation and verification processesEnsuring all jobs are treated in priority orderDriving a forklift (as applicable)Cleaning of working areasOther Relevant workSkills and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDSix months experience in a manufacturing environment.Ability to read and understand written documentsOrganizational CultureWork safely and follow rules and guidelines for safe workReporting to work on time and with a positive attitudeResponsible for staying focused on tasks at handBeing responsible for work performance and completing tasks throughout the dayMaintains a good working relationship with co-workersSupport a positive and steady workflow through the companyWorks with a sense of urgency when neededSupport, coach or mentor co-workers when neededPositively support change throughout the companyPhysical Work ConditionsMust be able to work in a hot environment.Must be able to lift varying weightsMust be able to push or pull carts of wheels.Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day.Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when required.*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.