Tooling Technician
Company: Dura Plastic Products LLC
Location: Beaumont
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Dura Plastic Products is part of the Tigre Group, a South
American leader in PVC building materials (pipes, fittings, and
valves). Initially incorporated in Brazil, Tigre Group has expanded
to more than 12 countries including more than two dozen factories
located throughout North and South America. Tigre USA, Inc.,
incorporated in 2006, represents the North American base of
operations for Tigre Group. The brand represents a high quality,
exceptional customer service, and innovation everywhere Grupo Tigre
is present.
SummaryResponsible for maintaining all injection molding machines
tools, auxiliary mold equipments, mold storage, mold repair
equipment, repair supplies and design modifications. Tooling
technician ensures that repairs and setups are completed in a
safely manner.
Primary Responsibilities
--- Maintain molds in good repair, including checking/lubricating
as scheduled/needed--- Trouble-shoot all mold-related problems,
identify damage or wear issues within an injection mold and make
corrections; differentiate between process-related problems,
mold-related problems and machine related problems--- Repair and
make modifications to molds--- Capability to repair and/or
fabricate cores, cavities and various other components of an
injection mold--- Work closely with process technicians and setup
technicians to verify mold installation and operations is
accurate--- Perform preventative maintenance of injection molds by
conducting planned mold inspection which includes the disassembly,
cleaning and reassembly of intricate mold tooling--- Manage spare
mold tooling part inventory--- Verify mold tooling dimensional
conformance to print tolerances using component and reliable
measurement techniques--- Read and interpret manuals and
documents--- Skillfully operate and manufacture custom parts using
mill, drill press, lathe, mill, grinder and other shop equipment---
Help coordinate external services--- Assemble special tools and
fixtures--- Help with internal tooling--- Assist production as a
set-up mechanic or machine operator/grinder as needed--- Perform
duties such as maintain reports/files, prepare reports, order
supplies and parts as needed--- Ability to operate equipment;
operate overhead crane--- Work within existing parameters of
designed equipment--- Note unsafe conditions/practices and report
same to Production Manager--- Meet performance goals agreed on---
Maintain a clean work area--- Maintain safety standards within the
mold repair and storage area--- Follow all department and
company-wide safety policies and procedures--- Communicate
effectively and professionally with superiors and co-workers in a
team environment--- Regular and predictable attendance is an
essential function of this job --- Other duties as assigned
Position Specifications and Requirements
--- High school diploma or equivalent --- Technical school degree
and/or 2-3 years equivalent experience required--- Minimum 5 years
of experience with hands on in Mold maintenance and making
modifications to molds--- Journeyman tool and die certificate
required--- Significant knowledge of the injection molding process
and equipment, PVC and/or CPVC material characteristics--- Ability
to understand, read, write English, Bi-Lingual in Spanish would be
a plus--- Excellent mechanical/electrical aptitude and ability to
adapt and learn--- Ability to Negotiate with vendors--- High math
aptitude--- Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Must be
able to read, write and speak English--- Good organizational
skills--- Proven ability to be; creative, and a problem solver---
Must work well with or without supervision--- Ability to use drill
press, lathe and mills--- Excellent organizational skills--- Time
management skills--- Ability to understand implications of new
information for both present and future problem-solving and
decision making options--- Ability to work as part of a
teamPhysical and Mental Demands--- Standing/sitting - Standing with
continuous movement for up to 12 hours--- Lifting/Carrying - Push,
pull and/or lift up to 100 pounds frequently--- Bending/Reaching -
Frequent bending and reaching with full extension of arms
overhead--- Walking/Climbing - Frequent walking, occasional
climbing--- Hand Tasks - Good manual dexterity required (both
hands) for removing, packing, measuring parts.--- Mental Capacity -
Above average math skills for measuring, estimating and checking
parts for correct dimensions, and process calculations
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Keywords: Dura Plastic Products LLC, Hemet , Tooling Technician, Professions , Beaumont, California
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