Rubber Molding Press Operator

J.J. Short Associates, Inc.; Macedon (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability

PTO

SIMPLE IRA

Job summary

J.J. Short Associates, Inc. in Macedon, NY, is seeking an entry-level, full-time on-site operator to join our family-owned team. The role involves setting up, operating, and monitoring rubber molding presses, with daily tasks including mold prep, loading, and data documentation.

Starting rate is $20.00 per hour. Overtime may be required. Benefits begin after 3 months, including health, life, disability, PTO and SIMPLE IRA; Fridays off with regular shifts.

Qualifications

• Quality Control: inspect parts per specs and work instructions.
• Troubleshooting: identify and assist with process/equipment issues.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and measuring devices.
• Follow safety procedures and lift/move materials as required.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork are essential.
• On-the-job training provided; prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor molding presses to produce parts.
• Prepare molds and materials; load and unload presses.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections and document production data.
• Collaborate with team to meet quality and safety standards; report issues and assist with basic maintenance.

Skills

Quality Control

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools & measuring devices

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Scales

Job description

Company Description

J.J. Short Associates, Inc. is a specialized manufacturer of molded rubber parts and rubber-covered rollers serving a wide range of industries for close to 50 years. We are a small family owned business located in Macedon NY just over the Monroe/Wayne County line. The company focuses on custom engineered rubber components that support customers’ performance, durability, and cost goals. In addition to producing new rollers, J.J. Short Associates, Inc. reconditions and recovers used rubber rollers for printing, mechanical, and other specialty applications.

Role Description

This position is a full-time, on-site role based in Macedon, NY. Overtime is possible. No weekends. 4-10 hour shifts with Fridays off unless overtime is approved.

This is an ENTRY LEVEL position ideal for recent high school or college graduate needing a regular paycheck and willing to work 40 hours a week, and more if needed. Also open to retired persons looking to get out of the house and would consider less than full-time but no less than 24 hours a week.

Benefits eligibility for full time starts after 3 months with additonal benefits available after 6 months. Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability, PTO and SIMPLE IRA are some of the main benefits for which you may become eligible.

Starting rate is $ 20.00 per hour.

This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring rubber molding presses to produce parts and rollers according to specifications and production schedules. Daily tasks include preparing molds and materials, loading and unloading presses, performing visual and dimensional inspections, and documenting production data. The operator collaborates with team members to meet quality and safety standards, identifies and reports equipment or process issues, and assists with basic machine maintenance and cleanup. The position may also support roller-related operations, such as handling components used in printing and mechanical applications.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Quality Control, such as inspecting parts, monitoring process parameters, and following specifications and work instructions.
• Candidates should possess Troubleshooting skills to identify process or equipment issues and assist in resolving them promptly.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and measuring devices (e.g., calipers, gauges, scales) are beneficial.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, lift and move materials as required, and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork skills are required.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, rubber molding, or press operation is preferred but not mandatory; on-the-job training will be provided.