Mold Press Operator

Summary:   Responsible for setting up and operating hydraulic transfer presses to produce high quality molded components that meet specifications and requirements.   
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:    

• Sets up and operates hydraulic presses used in silicone molding processes.
• Prepares inserts to be molded.
• Anticipates actions related to tooling/fixture requirements (Core Pins).
• Determines product conformance and performs associated resulting actions.
• Appropriately marks or discards items with defects such as peeling, short fill, or contamination as applicable.
• Troubleshoots production problems and communicates with appropriate personnel.
• Accurately records material used and silicone lot information.
• Continually analyzes processes to improve quality and productivity. 
• Performs basic Preventive Maintenance activities as necessary.
• Performs deflashing operations; removes excess silicone material and cleans molded products.
• Carefully paints specified logos and/or names on parts per customer specifications with silicone ink.
• Operates the pad printing machine to properly apply silicone ink per customer specifications.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools.
• Uses precision measuring instruments and equipment to determine component conformance to specifications; calculates dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and measuring instruments.
• Performs other production assignments as necessary.
• Maintains a professional working relationship and effectively communicates with all employees, managers, vendors, customers and regulatory agencies.
• Understands and complies with company policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and safety regulations.
• Regular attendance at work is required.

• Requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related production experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 1st shift: Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM; optional overtime available before and/or after the regular shift.
• 2nd shift: 4 ten-hour days Monday through Thursday from 3:30PM to 2:00AM.  Fridays are optional overtime or enjoy a 3 day weekend!