Mold Maker
Viant - Fremont, California, United States, 94536
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Starting Rate: $35.00 - $48.00 (Depending Upon Experience) 1st Shift (6.30 am-3.00 pm) Earn up to an additional $800 annually in Attendance Bonus On Demand Pay: Access your pay as soon as you've earned it! Benefits Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire Generous paid time off benefits and 11 paid holidays Company-paid life insurance 401k plan with company match Well-Being Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits Up to $150-off your gym membership annually Discounted pet insurances for your furry friends Access to individualized financial planning meetings Employee discount program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more Discounted family caregiving support Main Purpose of Job Work with production and engineering to create new class 101 injection molds and perform repairs/modifications on existing injection molds using various tool room equipment including EDM and CNC's. Main Job Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Mold Manufacturing & Support Manufacture new injection molds based on customer specifications. Create fixtures and auxiliary equipment to support production needs. Perform repairs and modifications on existing molds using equipment such as CNC machines and EDM. Planning & Scheduling Plan and schedule mold-making projects to meet quoted hours and delivery timelines. Coordinate with team members and prepare necessary prints and instructions. Team Collaboration Participate in kick-off meetings and contribute to mold design and build discussions. Guide, train, and supervise assigned helpers or junior staff. Process Documentation & Communication Complete necessary paperwork and detailed instructions for mold assembly and maintenance. Assess completed jobs for continuous improvement opportunities. Quality & Safety Assurance Promote and maintain high standards for product quality, safety, and cleanliness. Ensure compliance with ISO and other quality standards. Equipment Use & Maintenance Operate a variety of manual and CNC tool room equipment 3-axis mills, lathes, EDM sinker, and wire EDM, and surface grinders. Clean equipment and report maintenance issues to the shop supervisor. Maintain a clean and organized work area Additional Duties Work overtime as needed depending on project demands. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Requirements High School education or equivalent. Completion of a four-year state certified mold making apprenticeship program, or demonstration of equivalency 5+ years of mold making experience 5+ years of tool room experience. Technical experience with troubleshooting injection molding related issues Strong technical/mechanical aptitude Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills Well versed in tool design theory, including tool steel selection and manipulation Excellent math skills (use geometry, trigonometry, shop mathematics, and calculator proficiently) Efficient at programming and running shop machinery (CNC machining centers, High-Speed-Milling, EDM sinker, WEDM, etc.) CNC programming skills (Vero and SOLIDWORKS) Knowledge of Makino CNC and Charmilles Wire EDM a plus Ability to use pneumatic and power tools Thorough knowledge of inspection equipment and techniques Computer skills (for interoffice email and job communication) Ability to manage multiple projects Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or blueprint format Excellent hand/eye coordination: manual dexterity, good vision Must not receive more than one (1) NCR per quarter and no more than four (4) NCR's within a year Receive an annual performance review of 75% or above Ability to lift up to 50lbs Speak, read, and write English to be easily understood