Wax Injector

Position Summary

Tends semiautomatic wax molding machine that produces wax patterns used in lost wax casting process. Pay Rate : $19.00 - $21.00 Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Supervisor may assign other duties. Retrieve wax injection tooling from tool storage, soluble or wax as required.

Ensure that the J/N and P/N stamped / engraved on the tooling is correct and matches the work order and wax technique. Sprays interior surface of dye with parting agent. Places dye against stops in bed of machine and starts machine that forces melted wax into dye by injection or centrifugal process. Loosens pattern from dye removes pattern from dye and inspects it for defects.

Cleans excess wax from pattern. Inject patterns and visually inspect for non‐fill, flow lines, sink, air bubbles, etc. If patterns are unacceptable, minor adjustments to the technique may be necessary. Disassembly/Assembly of wax injection tooling shall be per numbered sequence engraved on each section of wax tool. Wax injection tooling shall be manufactured and identified by sequence numbers in such a way as to prevent incorrect assembly and disassembly.

Upon completion of the production run, all tooling shall be cleaned, lubricated and properly bolted for storage. Inspect mold for any damage and report to Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Strong attention to detail is required. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Basic math skills. Ability to adapt to learn from on-the-job training. Ability to implement safe work practices. Ability to read and write.

Basic computer skills. Physical Demands and Work Environment Minimal

• The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. 1- Night Shift Opening- Monday through Friday- 4:00pm - 12:30am- Overtime work required depending on department demands. Must be bilingual and ability to work nights/weekends