Press Operator

The Press Machine Operator is responsible for operating and tending to the press machines to mold, shape and form rubber components. The operator uses job travelers and other documentation for specifications and conformance.

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and/or the Press Lead, the Press Operator:

• Cuts and loads rubber compounds onto molds
• Monitors press machine operation and observe lights and gauges in order to detect press machine malfunctions
• Operates press and removes parts from mold in safe manner
• Notifies supervisors when rubber component and/or molds don’t meet standards
• Provides the quality inspector with sample of finished product
• Cleans excess product from press and molds as needed, using various tools supplied by company
• Maintains clean and safe work area
• Wears protective equipment at all times

• Ability to understand and communicate details logically and accurately in English
• Ability to complete counting and basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to record information in writing and to enter data accurately into the computer
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Other duties as assigned

Occasionally: reach above shoulder with both hands, lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Frequently: lift upward with both arms outstretched, count and calculate, communicate details

Constantly: stand, reach outward with both hands, handle/touch, wrist and elbow flexion, rotation and articulation

Other: Near point vision, sense of touch, tolerance for temperature in a non-controlled environment