Moulding Machine Technician Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers

The characteristics and procedures used in the various types of moulding such as blow moulding, compression moulding, injection moulding and thermoforming.

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Injection Moulding

Vannessa Goodship

2020

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Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

Check machinery and equipment to ensure reliable performance during use and operations in worksites.

Read and interpret such technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical …

Carry out minor repair tasks and maintenance of moulds and mould parts.

Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.

Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel; wear protective eyewear during the working process.

Perform the maintenance on installed equipment on-site. Follow procedures to avoid uninstalling equipment from machinery or vehicles.

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its …

Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject …

Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.

Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.

Repair mould malfunctions and damage, e.g. cracks or broken edges; use hand tools, mould boxes and patterns.

The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications. Apply this knowledge to ensure electronic equipment runs smoothly.

The application of pressurised gas to produce mechanical motion.

Provide relevant recommendations following the conclusion of an investigation; ensure that recommendations are duly considered and where appropriate acted upon.

Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.

Estimate the cost implications of restoring and replacing products or parts.

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

Install equipment which is dependent on electric currents or electromagnetic fields in order to work, or equipment to generate, transfer or measure such currents and fields. This equipment includes switchboards, …

Install systems and components that use liquid fluid power to create mechanical movements such as hydraulic pumps, valves, hydraulic motors, hydraulic cylinders and other elements that power hydraulic machinery.

Install systems and components that use pneumatics to create mechanical movements such as air brakes, pneumatic cylinders, air compressors and other systems.

Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.

Check and repair electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems which use pressurised fluids to provide power to machines and equipment.

Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.

Identify problems with servers, desktops, printers, networks, and remote access, and perform actions which solve the problems.

Prepare documents with legal value which prove that an installation or a facility is conform to the regulations.

Inform customers about necessary repairs or replacements, discuss products, services and costs, include accurate technical information.

Prepare documentation for existing and upcoming products or services, describing their functionality and composition in such a way that it is understandable for a wide audience without technical background and …

Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.

Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.

Tend and monitor machines designed for mouldmaking processes, such as mixers, belt conveyors, air conveyors, grabs, and others.