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Injection Molding Tool Technician - Nights (3-11pm) $27.00

Atkore is forging a future where all Atkore brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions to power and protect the world. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore manufactures electrical conduit, molded fittings, water pipe, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions is a recent recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification. Atkore’s commitment to quality, delivery and value helps customers realize their vision. Atkore forges relationships and shapes the future with breakthrough results, enhanced technology, and innovative product offerings.

We are currently searching for Injection Molding Tooling Technician to be part of the Atkore Electrical Business Unit / Plastic Pipe & Conduit (PPC) Strategic Business Unit. Reporting to Molding Production Manager, the primary focus of this role is safely performing routine and preventive maintenance on injection mold and tooling components to ensure that molds are always ready for changeovers.

The ideal candidate will have minimum two (2) years of experience in molds and tooling of thermoplastics injection molding machines with minimum of high school degree or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities include as follows, but are not limited to:

• Tooling Maintenance & Repair
  • Perform routine and preventive maintenance on injection molds, and tooling components.
  • Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and rebuild molds as needed.
  • Diagnose wear, damage, or alignment issues and perform corrective actions.
  • Weld, polish, grind, and machine tooling surfaces to restore specifications.
  • Promptly complete incoming inspections of new and old molds that was sent out to tool shop for repair.
  • Work with molding production manager to purchase and maintain all tooling supplies inventory needed to carry out the tooling repair and maintenance operations.
  • Maintain critical spare parts lists, ensure adequate level of spare parts and component inventory & request to reorder when needed.
  • Prepare and submit order list of readymade components from PCS, DME, Progressive components, Globieus, Grainger & PPE like the sprue bushing, leader pins, ejector pins, water fittings, O ring etc. for the mold maintenance.
  • Work with tooling vendors to fix mold issues as directed by engineering.
  • Work on insert changes on family molds keep mold ready for the next production run in a timely manner
  • Review weekly production schedules and ensure mold PMs are promptly completed, and molds are machine ready for the scheduled run.
  • Maintain a clean, organized work area in line with 5S and company standards.
  • Safely handle, store, and transport molds and tooling.
  • Inspect molds that need repair and document them on mold issue reporting forms to escalate with molding process technician and engineering.
  • Fabricate or modify tooling components based on mold requirements like cutting ejector pins or small modifications with the help of maintenance
  • Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring equipment.
  • Neatly arrange and label mold components ensuring all the parts are organized and clearly identified.

• Troubleshooting & Production Support
  • Actively involve & assist with identifying root cause of mold performance or part-quality issues.
  • Document, communicate and escalate tooling concerns to molding process technician & engineering to address any mold issues that require overhaul, repairs by external vendors
  • Respond to Process technician requests requiring minor tooling adjustment, locating spare parts, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic connections

• Mold Setting Responsibilities
  • Work alongside experienced Injection Molding Mold Setters to learn mold changeover procedures.
  • Observe and participate in mold mounting, alignment, and press hookup processes under supervision.
  • Learn and follow safety procedures related to overhead cranes, rigging, hydraulics, and electrical connections.
  • Gain familiarity with molding machine controls, startup checks, and first-piece quality verification.

• Required Qualifications
  • Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 2 years of experience in an injection molding toolroom, machining, or mold-repair environment preferred.
  • Basic understanding of injection-molding tools and mechanical & hydraulic systems.
  • Ability to read blueprints, mold drawings, and precision measurements.
  • Knowledge of metal fabrication processes lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM equipment is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn mold-setting procedures.
  • Ability to drive a forklift.
  • Good problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Good team player with growth mentality.

Our Culture Drives Value

Atkore’s culture is created from the disciplined use of the Atkore Business System (ABS), which is a critical part of our mission, and a foundational system based on excellence in People, Strategy, and Processes, tied together with Lean Daily Management (LDM) to manage and sustain the business we have today, and Strategy Deployment Process (SDP) to create the business we aspire to become.

Having the right talent in the right roles enables successful ABS execution, improves our customer’s experience, and delivers breakthrough results. Said another way, that’s how we win!

Great Leaders Drive Value

Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workplace that helps drive an accountable and performance-based culture. Our team possesses a willingness to strive for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company after robust debate. We consistently live the Atkore mission, learn our strategic priorities and link behaviors to those priorities, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build stronger leaders and improve customer satisfaction which positively increases the overall value of the enterprise.

Atkore Delivers Value to You

By joining Atkore, you can expect to receive a competitive salary in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, a generous maternity/paternity leave, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, as well as life, accident and disability insurance. In addition, Atkore offers wellness programs and employee assistance resources to help employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Our dedicated employees are recognized for their commitment to our customers and making our company better than it was the day after.

Atkore International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate because of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital or family status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Atkore International is a diverse company that believes its employees are the foundation for investing in its future, through the understanding that awareness and acceptance of our individual difference enhance inclusion and promote engagement and alignment. Diversity and inclusion are keys to growing our business and providing a work environment that fosters contributions by all employees.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!