Mold Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mold Maintenance Mechanic Shift: Day

Dept.: Tool Type: Hourly

Reports to: Engineering Liaison Class: Direct

Summary : The Mold Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring molds run correctly upon setup, performing maintenance and repairs, troubleshooting issues, and fabricating parts as needed; continuously working to improve mold performance, workplace conditions, and processes; evaluating tool conditions, upholding quality standards, and maintaining a clean, organized work area; collaborating effectively with Mold Technicians and Toolmakers to solve problems and enhance mold and process efficiency; acting in accordance with Altek's policies and adhering to goals and expectations as defined by management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures tools are properly configured prior to ERP scheduled start dates
• Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance on molds
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problematic molds, offering suggestions for permanent solutions
• Continuously evaluates tool condition and provides recommendations to Tooling Manager
• Fabricates replacement parts and tooling using machine tools and shop equipment
• Seeks to continually improves the work environment, infrastructure, and job procedures
• Visualizes and interprets mold concepts
• Maintains a clean and orderly workplace using adopted 5S and workplace organization tools
• Assists Mold Shop Technicians with mold-related problem solving
• Collaborates with Toolmakers on repairs and process improvements
• Ensures and maintains a safe working environment at all times
• Proactively maintains established company policies and manufacturing strategies
• Builds and maintains positive rapport with other Altek employees, customers and vendors
• Adapts and modifies as circumstances warrant
• Maintains a positive outlook and treats co-workers with respect and professionalism
• Demonstrates safe and efficient work habits
• Embraces Altek's Quality Policy
• Embraces Altek's vision, core values, and expected behaviors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two-year degree in machining and/or tooling preferred
• Two years’ experience in machine shop production or basic machining experience
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• being able to spot small errors and make accurate adjustments is key
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and the ability to work with various metals and materials
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations related to geometry, measurements, and tolerances
• Gibbs and Mastercam knowledge preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use effectively various measuring tools common in tool making (e.g., micrometer, calipers, scales, trig functioning calculator, combination square, surface gauge, precision square, etc.)
• Skilled in using a variety of hand tools, lathes, grinders, and mills to fabricate and repair tools
• Understanding of safe mold practices

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Activity Yes No Comment

Sitting

X

Occasionally

Standing

X

Frequently

Walking

X

Frequently

Pushing and/or pulling

X

Frequently

Climbing

x

Occasionally

Bending or stooping

X

Occasionally

Squatting or kneeling

X

Occasionally

Twisting or turning

X

Occasionally

Handling, grasping with one or both hands

X

Frequently

Typing

X

Frequently

Reaching or arm extension

X

Occasionally

Lifting or carrying up to 75 lbs.

X

Occasionally

Can this job be modified? Yes

Time Spend Indoors: 100%

Time Spend Outdoors: 0%

Never = 0% Occasionally = 25% Frequently = 75% Constantly = 100%