Mold Technician

General Duties & Functions

• Assembles mold components (segments and sidewalls) and installs into the mold containers.
• Install and remove molds from the curing press including installation of steam lines
• Maintain all necessary records in the working documentation. Enter data in computer-aided production control systems in accordance with the Company’s internal procedures
• Disassembly of molds when removed from the machine
• Cleaning of the molds utilizing dry ice machine and bead blast cabinet as required
• Execute continuous control of the quality of mold cleaning and condition
• Label, record, warehouse and store molds
• Cleans and replaces mini valves in the mold segments and sidewalls as required
• Operate a forklift when installing, removing and transporting molds to curing presses and back, connect and disconnect molds from the curing press steam system
• Execute all procedures and instructions of ISO 9001 and 14001 quality systems within the scope of official duties
• Ensure cleanliness and order at the site for repair and maintenance of molds, treat the Company property with care;
• Comply with all Company's requirements for labor protection, industrial safety, policies and Internal Labor Regulations.
• Other duties as required

Skills/Qualifications

• Possesses knowledge of hand tools and use of feeler gage to check mold gaps
• Ability to work with portable electric and pneumatic tools
• Knowledgeable in hoist and rigging practices
• Trained, permitted to operate and possesses a forklift driver license
• Experience of working in the field of metalworking or mechanical maintenance or mill operator for not less than 1 year
• Attention to detail, carefulness, honesty, and reliability during work execution
• Ability to follow correct processes and procedures
• Technical mindset and engineering approach;
• Computer skills at user level (Excel, Word);
• Ability to promptly and efficiently resolve the emerging issues, including technical issues
• Must possess good communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates team spirit, shows flexibility and positive attitude as an active team contributor
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, is able to recognize and appropriately escalate issues when situations arise
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 to 2 years of mechanical or experience in a manufacturing environment
• Lean / process improvement tools experience and/or interest in advancing knowledge in this area

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout assigned working hours
• Frequent reaching, grasping, bending, and stooping
• Must be able to tolerate odor from raw materials, freshly cured tires and hot materials
• Frequent pulling and/or pushing up to 20 lbs. independently, and occasional pushing and/or pulling up to 35 lb. independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistance
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistance
• Must be able to frequently engage in repetitive motions requiring substantial movement of the wrist, hands and/or fingers
• Adequate vision to read work instructions, job aids and guides, and detect imperfections in raw materials, tooling and finished product
• Ability to work in environment with limited climate control and varied temperature levels
• Must be able to communicate effectively in an environment with continual noise, requiring the ability to hear, understand and communicate work instructions and directions while wearing company provided hearing protection
• Must be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment mechanical equipment and vibration
• Must be willing and able to work a 12 hour shift (days or nights)

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Nokian Tyres is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.