Mold Builder 1

Location 4010 Hospers Drive South,Hospers, IA, 51238,United States Employee Type Full Time Required Degree High school Manage Others No Contact information Name Human Resources Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Read and interpret work orders and blueprints to determine mold requirements.
2. Measure and verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
3. Assist in constructing and maintaining molds, fixtures, and tooling using fabrication equipment (saws, shears, presses, rollers, etc.), while also building components, gauges, jigs, and specialty tools from metal and aluminum.
4. Perform M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum; tack, weld, and finish seams.
5. Grind, sand, or polish surfaces to meet specifications; perform blasting as directed.
6. Inspect molds for quality, contour conformity, and defects.
7. Assist in identifying and suggesting improvements for molds and fixtures.
8. Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport molds.
9. Record time and job data in the computer system.
10. Perform housekeeping tasks and maintain a clean, safe work area.
11. Collaborate with the DHI team and support production schedules as assigned.
12. Demonstrate professionalism and positive teamwork.
13. Follow all company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions. Basic math skills (whole numbers, fractions, decimals). Ability to accurately measure and verify tolerances. Basic knowledge of M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding techniques. Mechanical aptitude for mold finishing tools (grinders, sanders). Ability to use fabrication equipment safely. Computer skills for data entry and job tracking. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Must pass pre-determined welding exam. Ability to recognize proper welds as applied to different shapes and thickness of metal. One to three years of welding/fabrication experience preferred. Manufacturing experience, preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Certified forklift driver. Certified Level II saw operator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Work exposure varies depending on duties being performed and particular job order being processed. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, twist and move about the facility. Employee regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaches with hands and arms. Must be able to push, pull and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 50 pounds, and have ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to distinguish colors. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to operate a computer, use the telephone, sit, kneel, squat and lay. Frequent exposure to elements such as odors, oil, fumes and noise. Employee must wear required personal protective equipment, including hardhat, safety glasses with side shields, goggles/face shields, hearing protection in designated areas, Kevlar gloves, and/or other equipment as task dictate. For specific equipment, see the Hazard Assessment for the work area and type of operation being performed. Den Hartog Industries has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jimmy Jazz