Mold Maintenance Technician 2
6 days ago
Kansas City
Job DescriptionDescription: Since 1957, Sioux Chief has manufactured innovative solutions for rough plumbing. Sioux Chief products are sold through qualified distributors worldwide from our headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri. Sioux Chief is proud to be an American manufacturer and to support the American worker. Sioux Chief offers its employees an excellent benefits package. This includes: · 401k · Medical and Dental Insurance · Life Insurance · Paid Time Off · Employee Referral Program · Bonus opportunities · Employee Discount Program Advance Your Career as a Mold Maintenance Technician (Level 2)! Are you an experienced technician who takes pride in precision work and problem-solving? We’re looking for a Mold Maintenance Technician (Level 2) to join our skilled team. In this role, you’ll put your technical expertise to work maintaining and repairing complex injection molds that keep our production running at its best. What You’ll Do: • Diagnose and repair worn or damaged mold components, • Disassemble, clean, lubricate, and reassemble molds with attention to detail, • Perform mold insert changes directly in the press, • Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, indicators, and gauges, • Read and interpret complex blueprints and mold drawings, • Track mold run times, schedule preventive maintenance, and document repairs using PM software, • Safely handle tools, equipment, and molds while following all safety rules and company procedures, • Provide guidance and direction to others in mold assembly and disassembly, • Minimum 5 years of experience working with plastic injection molds, • Skilled in operating manual machine tools (mill, lathe, surface grinder, etc.), • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability, • Basic computer and shop math skills, • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, • Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented, • Must have or be able to obtain forklift certification, • Possess personal hand tools and a strong work ethic, • Be part of a respected, growing company where your skills are valued, • Work with high-quality equipment and a collaborative, safety-first team We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.