Mold Operator

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Primary Function of the Mold Operator is, under moderate supervision, operate an over-molding press to obtain products according to Precision Medical Industries and/or customer specifications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the position): 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. For the assigned area and products:

• Prepare and load substrate or cores in the molding dies and deliver the appropriate amount of over mold liquid silicone rubber material
• Unload, stabilize, and inspect molded parts.
• Prepare silicone material per specification or requirements.
• Select and install the appropriate mold die for the product in production.
• Inspect and Identify defects on the mold dies.
• Other duties will include in-process inspection, cleaning, and assembly of parts.
• Complete daily, weekly or bi-weekly inspection logs per work instruction.

• Can read and understand shop traveler, and identify any special process or work instruction specified.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and good housekeeping practices.
• Display mechanical aptitude.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong teamwork skills
• Ability to utilize standard hand tools (Knives, Tap & Die, Wrenches)

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS (not necessary but preferred):

• Experienced using computers ( data acquisition )
• Previous Over mold or injection mold experience.
• Previous metal polishing skills and equipment use a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The 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 functions.

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Eyesight and hearing must be correctable to a standard level.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25lbs and up to 50lbs on a daily basis.