Machine Operator- Mat Maker

North West Rubber Colorado; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

North West Rubber Colorado is seeking a Machine Operator – Mat Maker to join our manufacturing team in Houston, Texas. The role involves operating stamping presses and ensuring production quality while adhering to safety standards.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a minimum of 3–5 years of experience, and fluency in English. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health insurance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of previous relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Pre-screen substance test and background check required.
• Knowledge of rubber, metal, or plastic molding processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping presses and equipment to produce molded rubber products.
• Ensure safety equipment is properly supplied and lead by example.
• Record machine downtime and assist in maintenance as needed.

Skills

Operating production equipment

English fluency

Understanding of molding processes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Presses

Injection molding equipment

Job description

Machine Operator – Mat Maker

We are looking to add a Mat Maker/Machine operator to our manufacturing team to operate stamping presses and equipment used in the production of molded rubber products.

Location: Crosby, TX (Houston, Texas area)

Employment Type: Full‑Time, permanent

Schedule: 12‑hour rotating shift, 7 on / 7 off – Day Shift

Compensation: $19–$23 DOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment used in the production of molded rubber products, regulating 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 lead by example.
• Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors 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; document and explain target misses.
• Start up and shut down plant equipment, including lights, compressors, and 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

• Experience 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

Core Values: RESPECT FOR ALL, OWN IT, RESULTS FOCUSED.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.