Tool Technician
Description
As a Tool Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining molds, machines and auxiliary equipment to meet quality and customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Providing support for the transfer/installation of new molds, resins and machinery
- Clean, repair and overhaul Hot Runner Systems, molds, components, machines and auxiliary equipment to manage cycle times, quality and reliability requirements
- Prepare molds, bases and inserts to meet changeover schedules
- Ability to complete PM protocols using our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Startup, shutdown and operate injection molding machines
- Support the development of new and existing operators, apprentices and technical specialists
- Provide verbal updates, status of work, technical problems and their solutions to colleagues during shift change meetings
- Participates in special projects as required
- Provide absentee coverage for existing Operators and Process Specialists and Mold Technicians
- Supports and participates in EHS objectives
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum 3 years of relevant injection molding mold, machine and auxiliary equipment repair experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
- High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required
- Completion of a DOL approved apprenticeship program emphasizing plastics manufacturing technology is preferred
- 2 year degree in a Manufacturing or Engineering related field is a plus
COMPETENCIES
- Knowledge of mold repair, overhaul, modification and preventive maintenance activities
- Knowledge of hot runner systems repair and setup
- Knowledge of plastics technology including screws and barrels, molding material delivery systems, temperature control units, grinders, dryers, separators and their applications
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and power transmission systems
- Knowledge of mold design as well as associated drawings and specifications that define and describe their function and operation
- Can use computers, programs and their applications as needed
- Technical Skills – Precision Measuring, Blueprint Reading, use of department tools and equipment including material handling equipment, English/Metric conversion
PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
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- Lifting up to 20 lbs.
- Standing up to 5 hours per day.
- Standing up to 8 hours per day.
- Walking up to 3 hours per day
- Frequent? bending, reaching with arms forward/above the shoulders.
- Pushing / Pulling up to 20 lbs 1 hours per day.
- Ability to stay focused for extended periods of time.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to analyze information, identify problems.
- Etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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- Plant work environment with seasonal fluctuations in temperature (hotter in the summer, cooler in the winter)
- Exposure to noise and bright lights.
- Required to wear company-issued personal protective equipment such as steel toe shoes, glasses, gloves, etc.
TRAVEL
N/A
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (i.e.: Overtime, Travel, etc.)
- Flexibility to work overtime including weekends
- Minimum US and International travel required
OTHER DUTIES
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.
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.
Hanon Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.