IPL Schoeller

Overview

IPL Schoeller, formed from the merger of IPL Plastics and Schoeller Allibert, is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions with operations in North America and Europe. The Goodyear, Arizona team is seeking an experienced Mold Repair Technician to assist in maintenance activities on production molds to support operations and achieve production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plastic injection molds and equipment in optimal running condition
• Perform preventative mold maintenance and mold repair activities
• Accurately estimate mold repair times
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs and troubleshooting related to tooling/molds
• Work independently with strong technical knowledge and good communication skills
• Read and interpret detailed technical drawings and schematics
• Execute machining requests to drawing, sketches or part samples when instructed
• Operate all tool room machinery and equipment and complete final form, fit and function of mold repairs
• Assist with mold setups, perform mold removals, reinstall and prepare molds for production startup
• Identify molding defects on production parts and recommend solutions
• Assure proper inventory levels of required replacement parts for all tools
• Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules and work instructions
• Participate in corresponding root cause analysis, corrective actions and team problem solving activities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in all assigned work areas
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all tool repairs and changes
• Follow all internal and OSHA required safety procedures
• Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools
• Keep own and adjacent work area clean
• Perform other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Completed Technical Degree Program in Tool & Die Mold Making, Mechanical Technology or Machining Technology
• Four years of servicing and repairing tooling/plastic injection molds
• Experience in tooling repair and providing machining support in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Solid Works preferred
• Basic knowledge of plastic processing and troubleshooting of thermoplastic molds
• Basic math skills
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools
• Good hand-eye coordination with manual dexterity
• Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics