Machine Operator- Mat Maker
North West Rubber Colorado · Houston, TX · 2 mo ago
Management$19–$23/hrFull-time
About the role
We are looking to add a Mat Maker/Machine operator to our manufacturing team in Crosby, TX who will be responsible for operating stamping presses and equipment used in the production of molded rubber products.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Operate equipment used in the production of molded rubber products.
- Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure, and time.
- Load, set up, and operate stamping presses to run production and produce quality output.
- Ensure safety equipment is supplied by NWR properly and set the example by leading.
- Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors and or maintenance staff immediately.
- Record machine downtime and assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting and repair.
- Understand the mixing process well enough to run it (and demonstrate);
- Understand targets and promote their achievement.
- Able to document and explain target misses.
- Able to start up/shut down plant equipment (lights, compressors, cells).
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3-5 years of previous relevant experience.
- Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
- Prior Experience operating production equipment in a Manufacturing environment.
- Pre-Screen Substance test and Background check required.
- Experience: Experienced in operating presses, injection molding, or die casting equipment.
- Knowledge of rubber, metal, or plastic molding and casting machines or similar.
Physical Requirements
- May be required to bend, squat, kneel, or stand for long periods.
- May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental/Health/Vision insurance (shared premiums with employer)
- Paid Vacation and 8 paid Holidays
- Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Safety boot allowance
- Prescription Safety glasses allowance
- Opportunities for growth and development
Pay
$19-$23 DOE
Schedule
12 hour Rotating shift, 7 on 7 off -- Day Shift