Mold Press Operator II (10:30pm-7:00am)

Greene Tweed•Houston, TX

About The Position

Sets up and operates compression molding machines and support equipment to produce specified components that meet quality standards, design specifications, and production requirements. The work involves molding rubber and fabric parts in heated press lines, selecting and preparing molds, monitoring press cycles, and removing parts carefully. The operator interprets job documentation, performs computer transactions and production feedback, completes required paperwork, follows safety procedures, and helps train and mentor coworkers. The position requires U.S. Person status, as defined by applicable law, for authorized access to data controlled under ITAR.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
U.S. Person status, as defined by applicable law, for authorized access to ITAR-controlled data.
Ability to set up and operate compression molding machines and support equipment.
Ability to understand press cycle times and remove parts carefully from molds.
Ability to interpret job paperwork and complete production and quality documentation accurately.
Ability to use basic hand tools, measuring devices, an electric hoist, sandblasters, knives, and shears.
Ability to follow required safety precautions and wear protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Mold quality rubber and fabric parts using materials and fabrics placed into molds in a heated press line.
Understand press cycle times and carefully remove parts from molds.
Select proper molds, inspect mold surfaces, sandblast and clean molds as needed, and position them into press plates.
Use basic hand tools and measuring devices, electric hoists, sandblasters, knives, shears, and other listed equipment.
Interpret job paperwork to determine schedules, assembly procedures, process requirements, and quality requirements.
Perform computer transactions to reference online documentation and provide timely production-order feedback on time, quantity, scrap, batch control, and quality information.
Complete and forward job paperwork with required stamps, quantity, date, and initials.
Verify the accuracy of issued components, job paperwork, attached drawings, router, and tool requirements.
Follow safety precautions and rules, including wearing required protective equipment.
Train and mentor others in the department.
Troubleshoot issues and escalate them as appropriate.