Operator

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF WORK PERFORMED: Sets up and operates compression presses to produce molded parts in compliance with established safety regulations and SOIs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the job follow. Management may assign other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Sprays mold with lube as required
Operates compression presses
Assembles and weighs preps according to molding specification
Loads prep into mold per molding specification
Closes mold and begins cure cycle
Unloads cured parts
Visually inspects parts for defects according to inspection standard
Trims, inspects and packs as required in finishing specifications
Records required information on reports
MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & TOOLS USED:
Compression presses
Molds
Hoist
Spray guns
Air hose
Various hand tools (scissors, awls, wrenches, brass hand tools, knives)
MATERIALS, PROCESS PARTS & FINISHED PRODUCTS USED:
Rubber compounds
Fabric
Lube
Inserts
Cured parts
Tape
Cardboard cartons
Bags
EXPERIENCE:
None
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to read and comprehend SOIs, safety regulations and inspection standards
Ability to run multiple presses with different processes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to
Continuously walk, stand, hear (more than 6 hours/8 hour workday)
Frequently talk; use hands and fingers to handle; reach with hands and arms (up to 6 hours/8 hour workday)
Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. (less than 2 hours/8 hour workday)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are required.
Heat resistant gloves required on certain jobs
The ambient temperature in the work environment during the summer months can exceed 100 degrees.
Exposed to extreme surface temperature

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No