Mold Maker

Job Summary

In this role, you will be a customer focused individual responsible for completing preventative maintenance as scheduled, on injection molds.

Analytical and excellent trouble shooting skills along with a drive for continuous improvement. Interpret part prints and / or mold prints to complete quality repairs to molds and secondary equipment.

Perform polishing work, operate tool room equipment, surface grinders, Bridgeport milling machines, lathes, cutter grinders and sinker EDM.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Modifies and / or constructs tools, fixtures and mold components utilizing manual metal working machinery.
• Able to perform own machine setups with no supervision.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems with Hot Runner / Valve gated systems, repair and rebuild.
• Understands form fit and function in mold construction.
• Performs close tolerance machining using detailed blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments in the fabrication of various metals and plastic tools and parts.
• Performs accurate layout of tolerance and angles required to complete assignments.
• Computes dimensions involving radii and compound angles.
• Recommends ideas for improvement.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Basic Qualifications :

• Education or Equivalent Experience : High School or equivalent
• Experience : 10+ years of experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Trade school classes are preferred.
• Welding skills (TIG / laser)
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

Travel Requirements :

None.

Physical and Mental Requirements :

• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments.
• Sitting and / or standing for extended periods
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 150 feet.
• The ability to be able to lift and carry various items up to 50 pounds.

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and / or drug screening.

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