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 role involves molding rubber and fabric parts using materials inserted into molds and placed in a heated press line, while observing press cycle times and carefully removing completed parts. Employees also prepare and inspect molds, interpret job documents, complete production computer transactions and paperwork, follow safety requirements, and train and mentor department colleagues. U.S. Person status, as defined by applicable law, is required 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, required for authorized access to data controlled under ITAR. A U.S. Person includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, subject to federal, state, and local laws.

Responsibilities

Mold quality rubber and fabric parts using materials and fabrics inserted into molds and placed in a heated press line; understand press cycle times and remove parts carefully.
Select appropriate molds, inspect mold surfaces, sandblast and clean molds as required, and position them into press plates.
Use basic hand tools and measuring devices, electric hoists, sand blasters, knives, and shears.
Interpret job paperwork to determine schedules, assembly procedures, process requirements, and quality requirements so tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Complete computer transactions to access online documentation and provide timely production-order feedback on time, quantity, scrap, batch control, and quality information.
Complete and forward job paperwork accurately, including required stamps, quantities, dates, and initials.
Verify the accuracy of issued components, job paperwork, attached drawings, routers, 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.
Perform other job-related duties and follow other job-related instructions requested by the Supervisor.