Production Press Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Wabtec in Wytheville, Virginia, is seeking a Compression Press Operator to set up and operate compression presses, producing molded parts while maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED.

Previous experience is not necessary, as the company offers training. This role requires walking, standing, and the ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. Benefits include health, welfare, retirement, and potential annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand safety regulations and inspection standards.
• Ability to operate compression presses effectively.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates compression presses.
• Visually inspects parts for defects.
• Records required information on reports.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend SOIs, safety regulations and inspection standards

Ability to run multiple presses with different processes

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Tools

Compression presses

Hoist

Spray guns

Various hand tools

Job description

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Salary rate for this role is currently $0-0. The base pay range is subject to change. Benefits include health, welfare, and retirement. Annual bonus is available if eligible.

EEO 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.