Machine Operator- Mat Maker

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston is seeking a Mat Maker/Machine Operator to join their team. The role involves operating stamping presses and ensuring quality output in the production of molded rubber products. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Safety boot allowance

Prescription safety glasses allowance

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to operate production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping presses and production equipment.
• Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure, and time.
• Report damaged equipment and assist maintenance.

Skills

English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding

Die casting equipment

Job description

Summary:

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.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts, 7 on 7 off

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Operate equipment used in the production of molded rubber products. Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure, and time.
2. Load, set up, and operate stamping presses to run production and produce quality output.
3. Ensure safety equipment is supplied by NWR properly and set the example by leading.
4. Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors and/or maintenance staff immediately.
5. Record machine downtime and assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting and repair.
6. Understand the mixing process well enough to run it (and demonstrate).
7. Understand targets and promote their achievement. Ability to document and explain target misses.
8. Able to start up/shut down plant equipment (lights, compressors, cells).

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience.
3. Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
4. Prior experience operating production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
5. Pre-screen substance test and background check required.

Experience:

1. Experience operating presses, injection molding, or die casting equipment.
2. Knowledge of rubber, metal, or plastic molding and casting machines or similar.

Physical Requirements:

1. May be required to bend, squat, kneel, or stand for long periods.
2. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

1. 401(k) matching
2. Dental, health, and vision insurance (shared premiums with employer)
3. Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays
4. Short-term disability
5. Life insurance
6. Safety boot allowance
7. Prescription safety glasses allowance
8. Opportunities for growth and development

North West Rubber has been in business for over 50 years as a recycling industry leader in manufacturing industrial rubber mats. With over 575 employees, NWR has 4 facilities in Canada and the flagship location in Houston, Texas. NWR is seeking team players who exemplify our core values of "RESPECT FOR ALL", "OWN IT", "RESULTS FOCUSED". If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you.