Molding Mechanic na Koozie Group

Have you ever seen a Koozie® can cooler with the name of your favorite band or performer at a concert? Have you ever seen a pen, a magnet, a calendar, a vacuum sealed tumbler, an award, a grocery bag, a ceramic mug, a backpack or duffel bag with a company logo or slogan? If you have, you very well may have seen products manufactured or decorated/imprinted by the amazing team at Koozie Group (formerly known as BIC Graphic). We are the behind the scenes company producing swag and promotional products for our customers. We have amazing brands and products, some of which include Koozie®, BIC®, Triumph®, JAFFA® and more….and we want you to join our Koozie Group Family!

Why join the Koozie Group team:

• People First culture
• Climate controlled environment (Clean and Heat/AC!!)
• Great Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, and more!)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement Opportunities 
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Employee Discount Program

Job Summary:

Our Injection Mold Press Mechanic will be working daily with our Molding & Extrusion teams in our Clearwater facility to ensure the 25 Mold Presses are kept safe and operational. They will partner with the MFG Leadership Teams to ensure a strong culture that is committed to achieving results -- all in focus of one thing -- Our commitment to the Customer. 

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, supervisors and managers. The ability to analyze and solve problems, exceptional attention to detail, highly organized self-starter who can manage time, handle challenges, volumes of work and pressure to assist team members with issues and opportunities that arise daily.

Qualifications / Skills:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must have a minimum of 5-10 years in injection molding, extrusion, plastics and mold tooling.
• Have strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance several projects at one time.
• A basic knowledge of machine shop practices, technologies, machine tool operations, working qualities of materials, shop mathematics, and handbook formulas.
• A basic knowledge of injection molding design, materials and scientific injection molding.
• Must have a basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Be proficient in MS Office
• Possess good oral and written skills to communicate with coworkers, management and engineering.
• Must be trained and licensed to operate forklifts.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Keep work areas neat and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Primary Job Responsibilities: 

• Changing Molds Daily in Mold Presses to other products.
• Troubleshoot and maintain all injection molding machines with goal of keeping the production floor running 24/5.
• Understand, maintain or repair water system, plastic resin conveying system, hydraulic system, electric and electronic basics, grease and oil definitions and compressed air systems.
• Maintain all facets of Injection Molding machines.
• Complete work orders related to machine repairs and or preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and repair machines.
• Fabricate machine parts as required.
• Reduce downtime of machines to support production demand.
• Prioritize and complete assignments on time.
• Communicate clearly and in collaboration with Manager & Manufacturing Department
• Meet with supervisors regarding operation of machines.
• Continuous training of machine operators.
• Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to Keep the Good Going, you will find your way at Koozie Group.

Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.