Mold Press Operator

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA; Wildwood Village (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA is seeking a press operator to mold and cure rubber on detailed assemblies. You will read blueprints and process sheets, set up and operate molding presses, and ensure finished parts meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include adjusting temperature, pressure and cycle times, inspecting products for defects, and preparing molds for the next run. The role requires physical endurance and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints, method sheets and process sheets to manufacture tubes.
• Performs quality tests per procedures.
• Operates presses to mold and cure rubber on assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate rubber molding and oil molding presses.
• Inspect products for surface defects and flaws.
• Regulate molding temperature, pressure and time.
• Load and remove molds from presses.
• Tears flash ring from edge of workpieces and removes rind from molds.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality testing

Machine operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rubber molding press

Lubricant spray

Die setup

Job description

Description

Description/Summary

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor this position is responsible for the operation of presses to mold and cure rubber on manufactured assemblies. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate: Red & Brown Rubber Mill, Extruder, Molding Press, and Oil Molding Press
• Reads and interprets blueprints, method sheets, process sheets, policies and procedures to manufacture a variety of rigid and flexible metal tubes.
• Measures angular dimensions, radii, contours, clearances, thread lead, wall thickness, and other specifications. Performs a variety of quality tests per 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
• Installs dies and plates on machine according to work order specifications, using clamps, bolts, and hand-tools
• Moves mold to press
• Sprays inner surface of mold with lubricant to prevent rubber from sticking
• Positions preform rubber, half-shells, or cores in mold cavities or on lower die places upper die over rubber
• May insert metal parts in mold cavities to join with rubber during process
• Load and remove mold from press
• Tears flash ring from edge of workpieces.
• Removes rind from molds, using air hose and/or steel wool.
• Position and secure assembled mold and mold components
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Requirements

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.