Production Press Operator

Wabtec Corporation; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is hiring a Compression Press Operator in Wytheville, Virginia. This role involves setting up and operating compression presses to produce molded parts while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and specifications. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED.

The position requires no prior experience, but the ability to read instructions and operate equipment is essential. Additionally, safety gear is mandatory, and the working environment can be hot. Benefits include health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to read safety regulations and inspection standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate compression presses for molded parts.
• Unload and visually inspect cured parts for defects.
• Record required information on reports.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend SOIs

Ability to run multiple presses

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Tools

Compression presses

Spray guns

Various hand tools

Job description

Summary Statement of Work Performed

Sets up and operates compression presses to produce molded parts in compliance with established safety regulations and SOIs.

Essential Functions

• Sprays mold with lube as required
• Operates compression presses
• Assembles and weighs preps according to molding specification
• Loads prep into mold per molding specification
• Closes mold and begins cure cycle
• Unloads cured parts
• Visually inspects parts for defects according to inspection standard
• Trims, inspects and packs as required in finishing specifications
• Records required information on reports

Machinery, Equipment & Tools Used

• Compression presses
• Molds
• Hoist
• Spray guns
• Air hose
• Various hand tools (scissors, awls, wrenches, brass hand tools, knives)

Materials, Process Parts & Finished Products Used

• Rubber compounds
• Fabric
• Lube
• Inserts
• Cured parts
• Tape
• Cardboard cartons
• Bags

Education Requirements

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Experience

None

Special Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and comprehend SOIs, safety regulations and inspection standards
• Ability to run multiple presses with different processes

Physical Requirements

• Continuously walk, stand, hear (more than 6 hours/8 hour workday)
• Frequently talk; use hands and fingers to handle; reach with hands and arms (up to 6 hours/8 hour workday)
• Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. (less than 2 hours/8 hour workday)

Work Environment

• Safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are required.
• Heat resistant gloves required on certain jobs
• The ambient temperature in the work environment during the summer months can exceed 100 degrees.
• Exposed to extreme surface temperature on molds

Additional Information

The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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