Mold Maker - Pineville Molding 2

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Mold Maker! This role will be based out of our new Injection Molding plant located in Pineville, NC. This position reports into Mold Tooling Supervisor.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

The successful candidate will be able to operate machine shop equipment for the purposes of supporting successful product production. These activities are to be conducted while ensuring and maximizing safety, product quality, production output, housekeeping, and cost control to achieve plant goals.

Note: This role is based out of Pineville, North Carolina. We will be providing relocation bonus to qualified candidates

Position offers

• Competitive salary of $29.52-$41.70 per hour!
• The position is a Full-Time, Permanent Position with Comprehensive Benefits
• 8 paid holidays every calendar year
• Plant annual bonus program
• 12-hour rotating shift! (Working 4 on 4 off; 84 hours bi-weekly) with bi-weekly pay
• Relocation may be available

Requirements

Principal Responsibilities

• Manufacture new mold components and complete repairs and modifications to existing molds and tooling.
• Troubleshoot mold operational problems, determine corrective actions and implement those actions.
• Actively participate in the 5S, SAFE and continuous improvement programs and continuous participation in all facility waste management and environmentally related programs and training.
• Technical understanding of production planning techniques, basic understanding of quality management standards, lean manufacturing and safety requirements/laws (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.).
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of mold making, production, setup and plastic injection molding.

Knowledge and Experience

• Able to coordinate and prioritize multiple responsibilities at the same time.
• Able to optimally communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of all machine functions in the shop.
• General skills for use of various measuring tools.
• Knowledge of CAM programs (EdgeCAM) and CNC machining practices in a shop environment.
• Basic trigonometry skills for measuring cuts, compounding and deciphering angles, and other math related requirements.
• Advanced mechanical proficiency.
• Intermediate CNC machining knowledge.
• Strong time management and organization skills and able to deal with varying levels of complexity.
• Able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• State/Federal approved Mold Maker or Tool & Die Journeyman’s Card is an asset.
• Must have the ability to read, write and do advanced mathematics.
• Must be licensed to operate forklift truck, pallet truck and other material handling equipment and able to use basic hand tools.
• Have an understanding of all procedures and instructions as required by ANSI/ASQC A9002.
• Successful candidate must complete a background check.
• Must be available to work an 8-hour shift Monday - Friday

Benefits

• 401K plan with company matching up to 5%.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Basic safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses, ear plugs) will be provided

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at HR@ipexna.com