About the role#
As a Tool Room Intern at Airlite Plastics Co., you will join our Omaha team to gain hands-on experience with the molds and tooling that keep our production lines running. This is a full-time, paid, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Install, remove, assemble, and disassemble molds and components like cores, cavities, hot runners, wiring, and water lines.
- Assist with mold setups on high-speed injection molding machines and accessory equipment.
- Perform machine startups following mold changes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues with stackers, accessory equipment, and molds.
- Document work in Mold Change Process Logs.
- Coordinate with Machine Shop and Maintenance personnel to solve technical problems.
- Communicate equipment concerns to Stacker Specialists.
- Set up packing tables and box stands.
- Perform basic design and construction of mold components.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Comfort reading blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Proficiency with basic math, including fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds.
- Comfort working around moving mechanical parts and in environments with varying noise levels.
Location & details#
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska
- Work Modality: On-site
- Position Type: Full-time, paid internship
About Airlite Plastics Co.
Airlite Plastics Co. manufactures performance packaging and custom plastic products. The company operates as a family-owned business based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1946, it produces items for the food industry including drink cups, lids, and containers. Its portfolio also covers building materials like insulated concrete forms and permeable pavers.
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