Mold Maintenance Technician

Prysmian the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections continues to strengthen its global team with the addition of Channell now part of Prysmian. Founded by the Channell family in 1922 Channell brings a longstanding legacy of innovation in outside plant infrastructure serving Telecommunications Municipalities Internet Service Providers Wireless Water Power and CATV markets. Together Prysmian and Channell team members are combining expertise craftsmanship and shared values to deliver a broader portfolio from advanced cable systems and fiber connectivity solutions to enclosures and belowgrade vaults which support resilient infrastructure the energy transition and the growth of digital networks around the world.

With 9000 dedicated team members in North America and 35000 globally Prysmian brings unmatched scale innovation and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian your work matters. Wherever youre based and whatever you do youll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Pay Range: $22-$34/HR

JOB SUMMARY:

The Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive corrective and routine maintenance on injection molds ensuring molds are in proper working condition for production runs. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude experience in mold repair and a deep understanding of tooling used in plastics manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspect clean and perform routine maintenance on injection molds according to scheduled intervals.

Troubleshoot and repair damaged or worn mold components including cavities cores slides lifters and ejector systems.

Disassemble and reassemble molds with precision to ensure proper function and alignment.

Maintain detailed records of mold maintenance repairs and part replacements.

Collaborate with process technicians mold setters and engineers to address tooling issues that affect part quality or production.

Identify and communicate recurring mold problems and suggest long-term solutions.

Use tools such as grinders polishing equipment hand tools and micrometers for repair and finishing tasks.

Maintain mold storage areas in clean organized condition and ensure proper handling procedures.

Assist with mold trials and qualification of new or repaired molds as needed.

Follow all safety procedures and report equipment concerns or unsafe conditions promptly.

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules

Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

ISO sections about the position

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification in mold/tooling repair or machining preferred.

5 years of experience in mold maintenance or mold repair in a plastics injection molding environment.

Strong understanding of mold construction including cooling systems hot runners ejector systems and venting.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints CAD drawings and toolroom schematics.

Familiarity with machining and polishing tools (e.g. mills lathes surface grinders).

Good organizational and documentation skills.

Ability to lift heavy components and work in a shop environment

Capacity to work overtime as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and working conditions requirements indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands: Standing sitting walking (up to continuously); speaking/verbal communication bend/stoop twist neck and torso (frequently); reach hold grasp push pull lift/carry raw material finished product tools and machinery up to 50 pounds (frequently).

Working Conditions: Work indoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.

Prysmian as an Equal Opportunity Employer aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds skills and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent where people feel respected included and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race ethnicity religion nationality origin citizenship status socio-economic status age sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status disability military service or veteran status pregnancy parental leave medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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