Mold & Tool Designer / Injection Mold Machine Maintenance

Mold & Tool Designer & Injection Mold Machine Maintenance

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Job Summary:

The Mold Designer will be responsible for designing high-quality plastic injection molds based on product design specifications, customer requirements, and manufacturing feasibility. The role involves 3D and 2D mold design, ensuring manufacturability, durability, and cost efficiency of molds for plastic components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop

  3D and 2D designs

  for plastic injection molds using CAD software (e.g.,

  SolidWorks, UG NX, AutoCAD, CATIA, Creo, or Moldflow

  ).
• Study

  product design

  and evaluate

  mold feasibility

  based on part geometry, material, and process.
• Design complete

  mold assemblies

  , including core, cavity, ejector systems, cooling, runner, and gating.
• Perform

  mold flow analysis

  to optimize part design and minimize defects such as warpage, sink marks, or air traps.
• Collaborate with

  toolmakers, production engineers, and customers

  to finalize mold designs.
• Ensure

  DFM (Design for Manufacturability)

  and

  DFT (Design for Tooling)

  principles are applied.
• Prepare detailed

  2D drawings, BOMs, and design documentation

  for manufacturing.
• Support

  mold trials and validation

  , analyzing results and implementing design improvements.
• Ensure mold designs meet

  quality, cost, and delivery

  targets.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of

  mold design standards, materials, and technologies

  .

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma / Bachelors Degree

  in Tool & Die Making, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

• 3-7 years

  of experience in

  plastic injection mold design

  .
• Strong knowledge of

  plastic materials

  ,

  molding processes

  , and

  tooling concepts

  .
• Proficiency in

  CAD software

  (UG NX / SolidWorks / AutoCAD / CATIA / Creo).
• Understanding of

  mold flow analysis

  and

  GD&T principles

  .
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  

Maintenance Engineer -Injection Molding Machine

Key Responsibilities:

Injection Molding Machine Maintenance:

• Ensure proper functioning of injection molding machines, auxiliaries, and automation equipment.
  
• Perform breakdown maintenance and root cause analysis for machine failures.
  
• Execute preventive & predictive maintenance as per schedule.
  
• Monitor hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems for abnormalities.
  
• Calibrate and maintain temperature controllers, heaters, sensors, and PLC systems.
  
• Support continuous improvement activities for productivity and energy efficiency.
  

General Responsibilities:

• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain 5S in workshop and machine areas.
  
• Maintain maintenance records, reports, and machine history cards.
  
• Support installation and commissioning of new molds and machines.
  
• Work with vendors/suppliers for spare parts and service requirements.
  
• Train and guide technicians/operators on machine and mold handling.
  

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of injection molding process
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical & electrical systems.
  
• Problem-solving & troubleshooting skills.
  
• Knowledge of preventive & predictive maintenance practices.
  
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, and automation (added advantage).
  
• Good communication and documentation skills.
  

Qualification & Experience:

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics.
  
• 1-6 years of experience in injection molding machine maintenance (Plastics / Packaging / Auto Components industry preferred).

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