Moldmaker - Demgy Chicago

MOLDMAKER

Are you an experienced moldmaker looking for a job with growth potential?

About this position:

We are seeking a Moldmaker with expertise in plastic injection molds to join our team.

About DEMGY Chicago, LLC

Formerly known as Met2Plastic, LLC, we are a premier custom injection molder and mold builder operating in the Chicago area since 1970. Our team of 45 employees is focused on providing metal replacement solutions using high performance polymers and composites.

• We are a U.S. division of DEMGY Group (formerly Dedienne Multiplasturgy in Normandy France)
• We serve the Aerospace, Medical, and Industrial Equipment industries
• Our work environment is collaborative and friendly
• We are committed to training and developing our employees
• We are a high mix, low volume molder

This role offers a competitive compensation package.

Our employees' well-being is important to us, so we offer more than just a paycheck.

• Secure your Future: 401(k) with weekly company match
• Secure your Peace of Mind: Personal/Sick leave benefits accrue weekly, and do not expire at year end
• Secure your Health: Medical and Dental Insurance with Platinum, Gold and Silver Options
• Enjoy your Free Time: 10 paid Holidays annually, plus paid Vacation benefits that accrue weekly and do not expire at year end
  • accrue 2 weeks' vacation per year for the first 5 years; 3 weeks' vacation per year after that

About this position:

Primary Job Responsibilities

Build tooling to specification within the time frame scheduled, using mold designs, company design standards, and industry design standards.

Lead Mold Build Projects:

• Ensure that the project gets completed to specification and on-time;
• Communicate to all team members what their responsibilities are and the time frame in which the work must be completed;
• Ensure that project team members have the information required to do their part of the job;
• Report to the tooling supervisor daily on the project status.

Assist in Mold Build Projects:

• Contribute in a team-effort to complete the project accurately and within the time specified;
• Complete work as directed by the project leader;
• Inform the project leader if the work cannot be completed as to specification or within the time specified and also help the team leader resolve the situation in as efficient a manner as possible.

Build assembly and machining fixtures

Complete preventive maintenance, repairs, and insert changeovers on existing molds as needed.

Qualifications:

Education and Job Skill Requirements

• Minimum Education requirement: High School Diploma and completion of Trade School
• Prior Experience as a Moldmaker or Moldmaker Apprentice for Plastic Injection Molding
• Friendly, professional manner

• Ability to interpret part and mold drawings and specifications
• Ability to build injection molds to correct dimensions, using specifications provided (3d CAD data, component drawings, etc.)
• Ability to use measuring instruments (micrometer, caliper, gage blocks, etc.)
• Functional knowledge of computers, Windows operating system, and CAD/CAM software
• Functional knowledge of CNC, EDM, manual milling, and grinding equipment
• Ability to communicate ideas to other mold makers, engineers, and supervisor
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift (8-10 hrs / day)
• No restrictions on twisting and bending (to move product)
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 55 lbs)
• Regular use of hands (100% of time)
• Ability to work in a shop environment frequent exposure to loud noises, dust, solvents, and oils
• Frequent reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling and crouching
• Vision 20/20 with or without correction

Interested? Apply here.

We're looking forward to receiving your application!