Mold Press Operator

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA•Laconia, NH

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Mold Press Operator operates presses to mold and cure rubber on manufactured assemblies. The role also involves operating related equipment, following blueprints and process documentation, measuring and inspecting products, and setting up molds and press components. The employee must perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate the Red & Brown Rubber Mill, extruder, molding press, and oil molding press.
Read and interpret blueprints, method sheets, process sheets, policies, and procedures to manufacture rigid and flexible metal tubes.
Measure angular dimensions, radii, contours, clearances, thread lead, wall thickness, and other specifications; perform quality tests according to procedures.
Inspect products for surface defects and flaws.
Set up and operate heated presses to mold and cure rubber.
Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure, and time.
Install dies and plates on machines according to work order specifications using clamps, bolts, and hand tools.
Move molds to the press and spray their inner surfaces with lubricant to prevent rubber from sticking.
Position preform rubber, half-shells, or cores in mold cavities or on the lower die, then place the upper die over the rubber.
Insert metal parts in mold cavities when needed to join them with rubber during processing.
Load and remove molds from the press.
Tear flash rings from the edges of workpieces.
Remove rind from molds using an air hose and/or steel wool.
Position and secure assembled molds and mold components.
Maintain consistent, regular, and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Perform other duties as needed.