Haemonetics is looking for a Molding Tooling Technician to ensure our production equipment runs at peak performance. You'll be responsible for the setup, operation, maintenance, and repair of injection molding tooling and related equipment, playing a crucial role in supporting production efficiency and quality standards.
What You'll Do
- Set up and operate machinery used in the repair and construction of injection molding tools.
- Make machine and equipment control adjustments to maintain proper quality and cycle efficiency.
- Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on injection molding tools, fixtures, and ancillary tooling.
- Analyze tooling issues, determine root causes, and implement/document corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Coordinate external machining and finishing jobs when required.
- Schedule and execute preventive maintenance tasks.
- Order necessary parts and delegate work activities.
- Communicate maintenance status to relevant departments (Molding, Planning, Engineering).
- Maintain accurate records including maintenance logs, equipment manuals, and service histories within the site's maintenance system (Maximo).
- Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and company safety regulations and procedures.
- Follow all applicable SOPs, manufacturing instructions, and standing instructions.
- Liaise with internal departments for design input, tool modifications, and fabrication.
- Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, operators, and support teams (Purchasing, Quality, Engineering).
- Initiate meetings to resolve quality or tooling-related issues as needed.
- Assist in mold insertion, removal, and changeovers as required.
- Maintain spare parts inventory for injection molds.
- Provide training to Process Technicians on basic press-side preventive maintenance.
- Support engineering tests, process validations, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Recommend equipment, process, and procedural changes to improve machine efficiency and tooling performance.
- Provide feedback to management on equipment purchases and tool room needs for growth and capability.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned, with flexibility to work other shifts as business needs require.
What We're Looking For
- 1-3 years in related work experience or an Associate Degree in Engineering or Science field.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Familiarity with basic tool manufacturing processes (CNC, EDM, Grind, Lathe, Weld).
- Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
- Thorough understanding of the plastic injection molding process.
- A focused, organized, results-oriented individual.
- Ability to thrive in tasks outside your comfort zone.
- A self-motivated, ‘I’ll figure it out’ attitude.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in 3D CAD modeling.
- 3+ years of experience designing plastic injection tools.
- Experience in Creo or other modeling software.
- Familiarity with tolerances, GD&T, and blueprint reading.
Technical Stack
- Manufacturing: CNC, EDM, Grind, Lathe, Weld
- Software: Microsoft Office, Creo, 3D CAD modeling
Team & Environment
You'll work in a cross-functional environment, collaborating regularly with teams in Molding, Planning, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality.
Haemonetics is an equal opportunity employer.
