Presser I

Core Laboratories; Godley (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories in Texas is seeking a production technician responsible for assembling and packaging components per written work instructions. The role requires careful handling of components, adherence to engineering data, and accurate documentation of production steps.

The position involves operating presses, inspecting parts, and working in a controlled environment with strict safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Attention to detail in manual assembly tasks.
• Ability to wear and maintain required PPE.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Press, assemble and pack components according to written work instructions.
• Determine correct components to use based on engineering data sheets.
• Transfer cases and charges between areas.
• Operate press and adjust dies as needed.
• Conduct visual in-process inspections of components.
• Weigh and load explosive powders into components.
• Complete production and quality control paperwork.

Skills

Follow instructions

Listening carefully

Intricate hand assembly

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Press, assemble and pack shaped charges using components provided according to written work instructions.
• Determine correct components to be used during the pressing process against written work instructions and engineering data sheets.
• Transfer cases from pallet to dolly and charges from press area to the test area.
• Transfer explosive powder bins from refill area to work area.
• Operate press lever and slide dies on press table.
• Conduct visual in-process inspection on manufactured components.
• Utilize tools to cut bands on pallets and scoop mixing powders.
• Load components with explosive powders.
• Weigh explosive load to be pressed and placed into components.
• Complete necessary production and quality control paperwork at the end of each shift.
• Maintain clean work area.
• Assemble components according to written instructions.
• Conduct visual process inspection on components being assembled.
• Report problems to shift supervisor.
• Pack completed products according to work instructions.
• Willingness and ability to follow instructions.
• Work overtime when necessary.
• Work on a team.
• Transport, stack and paint liners.
• Wear 100% cotton clothing (detonators only)
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to listen carefully.
• Ability to perform intricate hand assembly.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move, with help, up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment including:

• o Safety glasses
• o Hearing protection
• o Powdered latex gloves
• o Respirator (must pass respirator test) and/or dust mask
• o Steel toe shoes
• Ability to perform intricate hand assembly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and explosive materials. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. Hearing protection is required.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.