Mold Press Operator II

Greene Tweed Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Greene, Tweed seeks a skilled operator to set up and run compression molding machines, producing rubber and fabric components that meet design specifications and quality standards. This role requires careful attention to cycle times and precise removal of parts from molds.

You will select molds, inspect surfaces, operate presses, and use hand tools and measuring devices. You will document production data, follow procedures, and uphold safety rules while contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• U.S. Person status required for ITAR access.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate compression molding machines to meet quality specs and production requirements.
• Select proper molds, inspect mold surfaces, sandblast & clean as required and position into press plates.
• Use basic hand tools, measuring devices, electric hoist, sand blasters, knives, shears, etc.
• Interpret job paperwork to determine schedule, assembly procedure, process requirements and quality requirements.
• Perform computer transactions to reference online documentation and provide production feedback on time, quantity, scrap, batch control and quality information.
• Accurately complete and forward job paperwork with stamps, quantity, date, initials, etc.
• Verify accuracy of components issued, job paperwork, drawings, router and tool requirements.
• Follow all safety precautions and wear protective equipment.
• Train and mentor others in the department.
• Able to troubleshoot and elevate issues.

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring devices

Electric hoist

Sand blasters

Job description

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Job summary:

Set- up and operates compression molding machines and support equipment to make specified components that meet quality standards, design specifications and production requirements.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Molding of quality rubber and fabric parts using materials & fabrics inserted into a mold and placed in a heated press line. Understanding of press cycle times and meticulous removal of parts from mold required.
• Facilitates press operations by selecting proper molds, inspecting mold surfaces, sandblasting & cleaning as required and positioning into press plates.
• Uses basic hand tools & measure devices, electric hoist, sand blasters, knives, shears, etc.
• Interpret job paperwork to determine schedule, assembly procedure, process requirements and quality requirements necessary to complete the task accurately and on time.
• Perform computer transactions necessary to reference online documentation, provide production order feedback on time, quantity, scrap, batch control and quality information.
• Accurately completes and forwards job paperwork with appropriate stamps, quantity, date, initials etc., as per work
• Verify accuracy of components issued, job paperwork, attached drawings, router and tool requirements.
• Follows all safety precautions and rules, including wearing protective equipment, as required.
• Train and mentor other in the department
• Able to troubleshoot and elevate appropriate issues

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.

Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.