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TOOLING MAINTENANCE - IA

full-time•Davenport

Summary

Location

Davenport

Type

full-time

Experience

2-5 years

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About this role

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

  • To setup and maintain molds, lining tooling, printing, and vision systems for use in production. Perform mold, lining, printing, and vision changes safely and efficiently. Keep Tooling Supervisor informed of the condition of all tooling and associated components.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Performs scheduled maintenance on molds, lining, printing, and vision tooling, as directed by the Tooling Supervisor;
  • Maintenance tasks include but are not limited to:

- Complete dis-assembly of molds

- Clean and inspection of all components

- Repair any damages as directed by Tool Room Supervisor

- Install, replace, and maintain water and hydraulic fittings

- Troubleshoot, repair and maintain HR manifolds, controllers, and cables

- Perform tooling changeovers only after reviewing the applicable Mold Recipe Document (cores, strippers, cavities, gate inserts, and plates)

- Prior to production – test water and HR systems, including controllers

- Replace “O” rings and seals

- Lubricate molds

- Perform Lining Die Cut Edge changes 

- Sharpen Lining Cut Edges

- PM Lining Die Sets

  • Constructs side shields, chutes, or knock out rods as required;
  • Transport and manipulate molds by use of fork lifts and overhead cranes;
  • Hooks up / unhooks water, chute, and cylinder (if rack mold) for mold changes in accordance to engineering approves prints;
  • Hooks up / unhooks controller, (if hot runner mold);
  • Installs / removes knock out rods, conveyors, spinner bowls, side shields, and thermolator;
  • Setup process machines; maintain and improve quality cavitation; maintain efficient cycle times document current process setups. 
  • Setup punch and rotary lining machines
  • Troubleshoot Lining production issues
  • Returns tooling and components to their assigned locations;
  • Documents condition of tooling; informs supervisor of any major damage to mold or tooling;
  • Adheres to all department safety procedures;
  • Undergoes training and becomes proficient in all tool room related Phoenix Work Instructions;
  • Participates in additional training to improve knowledge and hands-on skill levels. 
  • Other Duties Assigned. 


OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures;
  • Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions
  • Backup: Off-shift Tooling/Setup Maintenance.

  

POSITION SUMMARY:

  • To setup and maintain molds, lining tooling, printing, and vision systems for use in production. Perform mold, lining, printing, and vision changes safely and efficiently. Keep Tooling Supervisor informed of the condition of all tooling and associated components.


OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures;
  • Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions
  • Backup: Off-shift Tooling/Setup Maintenance.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent; ability to read and understand blueprints; English reading and writing skills; ability to use micrometer, ruler, and caliper; fork lift and man lift certifications required


EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 years of related experience

What you'll do

  • The role involves setting up and maintaining molds, lining tooling, printing, and vision systems for production. The technician is responsible for performing maintenance tasks, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the quality and efficiency of tooling operations.

About PHOENIX CLOSURES

Securing your product with a PHOENIX closure means the integrity of what you have worked hard to create will remain safe and protected. A PHOENIX closure represents over 135 years and six generations of packaging experience and innovation. 165+ patents and billions of packages later, PHOENIX stays ahead of the industry changes and challenges and continues to be future-focused. Your closure is manufactured in one of five, modern and highly efficient manufacturing facilities in the USA. No matter what closure your product needs, PHOENIX can partner with you to bring your brand to the next level. If you can imagine it, we can create it. PHOENIX aims to build a future that is secure. We strive to create a legacy that demonstrates our commitment to human and product safety, a passionate pursuit of excellence, responsible use of our resources and innovation that is focused on a sustainable future.

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The TOOLING MAINTENANCE - IA position at PHOENIX CLOSURES is based in Davenport, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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