Maintenance Mech Mold Tech

Rain Bird - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Tucson, AZ

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The apprenticeship program at Rain Bird Corporation is designed to introduce individuals to the field of injection molding, with the goal of developing into a Mold Maker or Tooling Engineer. This two-year, 4000-hour apprenticeship includes enrollment in Pima Community College courses and aims to equip apprentices with essential skills and hands-on experience in various aspects of injection molding, including maintenance, fabrication, and troubleshooting of tooling components.

Responsibilities

• Identify mold issues, troubleshoot, and recommend solutions.
• Set up and operate tool room equipment with tight tolerances, including surface grinders, milling machines, lathes, EDM, wire EDM, and CNC machines.
• Calculate shrinkage for resins accurately.
• Read and understand mold drawings, 3D designs, and part drawings.
• Perform mold repairs and fabrication of mold parts, including engineering changes and maintenance work according to procedures and best practices.
• Maintain proper records of activities and time required to complete tasks.
• Provide verbal and written reports on activities and progress.
• Handle special projects as requested.
• Report to the tool room supervisor on matters requiring attention.
• Apply and use safety procedures and devices for accident prevention.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Eligible to enroll in Pima Community College
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience with hand tools
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership experience
• Machining knowledge/experience