Technical Assistant, Tooling _Share by Email_ _Share on LinkedIn_ Share on X (http://www.x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.oatey.com%2Fsearch%2Fjobdetails%2Fdetails%2F9dff6716-2747-4bc7-b226-fab4ddfb327e%3Futm\_campaign%3Dss\_tw) _Share on Facebook_ Apply (https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/oatey/Oatey\_External\_/job/Winchester-NH-Manufacturing/Technical-Assistant--Tooling\_R5362/apply) Apply (Existing Employee) + Req #:R5362 + Facility Name:Winchester, NH (Manufacturing) + Facility Address:75 Plumb Pak DriveWinchester, NH + Job Type:Full time + Posted Date:3/7/2025 **Why Oatey?** Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. **Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?** **Position Summary** This position is in the plastics injection molding and tooling operation. The role is to learn while doing assigned tasks; to serve and assist the plastic tooling technician, press operators and related functions to support safe, accurate, and timely preventive maintenance, and diagnostic troubleshooting of plastic injection tooling. This position also assists with maintaining accurate data in spare parts inventory plan for plastics tooling. **Position Responsibilities** + Perform and assist with Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities on injection molds + Clean and prepare molds + Learn to change out inserts and date codes per schedule; perform tasks guidance until mastery achieved + Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of tooling area + Work closely with Toolmaker or other assigned expert to learn how to execute repairs + Assist with maintenance of tool PM information using Fix maintenance service request program + Set Up and put away outgoing and incoming mold kits for changeovers + Maintain inventory of molds + Other duties as assigned. **Knowledge and Experience** + Previous experience in a plastic injection molding or machining operation; minimum 6 to 12 months. + Demonstrates basic understanding of injection mold press operation. + Material handling experience as demonstrated by current company forklift operator certification OR able to successfully earn forklift certification within 3 months of placement. + Ability to take initiative in the problem-solving process. + Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands. + Knowledge of MS Office Applications required. Working knowledge of Excel preferred. + Mechanical Aptitude and previous experience working with tools and machinery **Education and Certification** + High School Diploma or equivalent At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey! **Oatey Total Rewards** + Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance + Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing + 401(k) with competitive company match + Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents + Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates + Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave + Tuition reimbursement + A robust suite of complementary benefits to support associate well being **Equal Opportunity Employer** The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.