an ejector assembly for use with a mold for molding plastic parts include a first stationary member , a second stationary member and an ejector plate moveable between the first and second stationary members . a core blade lifter is provided that includes a lifter foot assembly that is moveable with the ejector plate . the core blade lifter includes a lifter rod pivotally mounted to the lifter foot assembly and moveable laterally and longitudinally in response to movement of the ejector plate . a stationary helper pin is provided generally parallel to the lifter rod . the core blade lifter includes a helper carrier pivotally mounted to the lifter foot assembly and moveable along the helper pin .