Summary
Job Description
SpaceX is seeking a Mold Polisher to primarily support the manufacturing and development of Starlink product components alongside a strong group of tool and die specialists and technicians. This individual will polish plastic injection molds and milled, EDM, and turned surfaces in hardened H-13 and P-20 materials. The ideal candidate will have experience restoring welded surfaces during repair operations as well as experience with power tools (air and electric), profilers, grinders, and hand polishing tools.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Polish milled, EDM, and turned surfaces in hardened H-13 and P-20 materials
- Polish and detail all machined die and mold surfaces to the prescribed surface finish requirements
- Maintain the proper draw polish to release plastic parts and castings successfully
- Add radii and blending contours when necessary
- Work with the Tool and Die team during spotting and fitting operations
- Work to the scheduled delivery dates for each tool component
- Preventive maintenance work on injection molds and dies (assembly and disassembly)
- Keep the supervisor/manager aware of any condition that may affect the efficiency, quality, or completion of jobs
- Identify product with non-conformance
- Provide technical leadership to less experienced employees
- Consistently meet and/or exceed estimated times
- Work with Quality Control and all other departments for first piece qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 4+ years of experience polishing plastic injection molds
- 2+ years of experience in mold maintenance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Proficiency with power and hand die polishing equipment with larger, multi-slide, die-cast dies, experience with TIG welding a plus
- Experience in restoring welded surfaces on repair operations
- Experience with power tools, air/electric, profilers, grinders, as well as hand polishing tools
- Ability to organize and prioritize workflow
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, or other high structures
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time easily and comfortably
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends when necessary to meet critical deadlines
- Repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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