Mold Machine Operator A LPCT

MISSION: To operate molding machines to produce small and/or less complex wax pattern and gating components of the highest quality. To inspect, trim and clean wax parts as required. To train less experienced operators as assigned.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Tooling Preparation

Objective: To accurately prepare tooling dies for operation.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assembles, disassembles, prepares and positions tooling dies for operation; changes die inserts as required.
• Adds chills and solubles per Technique Cards.

Other Marginal Job Functions:

• Removes and cleans tooling after operation.
• Performs minor repairs on tooling as required (TBO, LSBO only).
• Mold Machine Operation

Objective: To operate complex molding machines accurately and efficiently using technique cards and established set-up procedures to maintain quality and dimensional integrity of the product.

Essential Job Functions:

• Sets up, monitors and controls mold machine functions.
• Keeps dies and/or inserts clean during molding machine operations.
• Removes wax parts from die, inspects for defects, and trims.
• Places on proper fixtures in order to maintain dimensional integrity of parts.
• Ensures proper wax supplies are maintained for mold machine operation.

Other Marginal Job Functions:

• Initiates and implements corrective action to resolve quality and tooling problems as needed.
• Develops and assists in tech card creation.
• Completes logs and records.
• Documents all modifications to process.
• Safety

Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• A Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• Identifies and reports safety problems.
• Meets all production and quality standards.

Other Marginal Accountabilities:

• May train less skilled operators as assigned.
• Performs other tasks as directed.
• May be required to handle hazardous waste.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES, MACHINERY AND/OR TOOLS USED:

• Pry bars, insert pullers, slide hammers
• Side cutters and/or knives
• Mallets
• Torches, hot pencils
• Air nozzles
• Air ratchet
• Wrenches; allen and crescent
• Mold Machines
• Power drill
• Flashlight, mirrors
• Hoist
• Dental picks
• Fork lift

TRAINING

• Training is provided on the job.
• PCC's Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training must be completed.
• May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management Training.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Skill in the wax molding operations, as demonstrated be six to twelve months of competent performance of Molder OR any equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on Technique Cards, load cards and other types of special instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision.
• Written language skills required.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.