Moldmaker

Join our team and Be You Be Aptar

Aptar is seeking a Moldmaker based in Congers, NY. The primary mission of the Mold Maker under limited supervision, performs a variety of operations to construct, repair or maintain in-house molds/tooling. Assignments may require the use of ordinary tool room equipment and/or outside tooling suppliers and sub-contractors. This position requires working with very tight part/steel drawing specifications/tolerances, which translates to high quality standards

As a Moldmaker, you will:

• Comply with cGMP ensuring such practices are followed by staff.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain detail log history of tasks performed.
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
• Participate in the analysis of defects.
• Analyze blueprints for mold requirements.
• Examine mold, spare parts for accuracy and conformity.
• Communicate to supervisor any issues or problems.
• Insure all molds are prepared for daily production.
• Ensure molded components meet all product quality criteria including dimensional and visual.
• Maintain, repair, clean and alter molds, components/tools and document all work.
• Fit spare parts for existing tools, enhance components.
• Dissemble and assemble molds, analyze and solve basic mold problems including flashing
• conditions, galling, venting, cooling problems, etc.
• Assemble repair, inspect, clean and polish molds using skill and care while handling and polishing critical surfaces.
• Lay out, fabricate and assemble metalworking dies, molds, and machine tool fixtures by analyzing blueprints, sketches, models and engineering or shop specifications.
• Use a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, milling machines and surface grinders.
• Compute dimensions; determine machining and material or parts requirements.
• Solve problems relating to unusual material, work-holding arrangements, machine settings, fabrication methods, and production processes.
• Modify and/or construct tools, jigs, fixtures, robot arms, molds and mold components.
• Understand form fit and functions in mold construction.
• Perform close‐tolerance machining using detailed blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments in the fabrication of various mold components and plastic tools and parts.
• Perform accurate layout of tolerance and angles required to complete assignments.
• Recommend design improvements and/or substitutions of material as required.
• Interface with other functional departments.
• Other assigned duties.

Who we are looking for:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent, technical school or related experience.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a mold/tool maker.
• Knowledge of molding process and ability to troubleshoot problems.
• Good mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate all tool room equipment proficiently, good mold and mechanical skills.

Who We are

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering and science to develop drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies for many of the world’s leading brands. Aptar in turn makes a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of millions of patients and consumers around the world. Our innovations nasal drug delivery for emergency medicines, precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments and much more

With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.

How We Support Our Employees

• An exciting, inclusive and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Compensation and Base Annual Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is USD $42.05 to USD $56.89 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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