Polyurethane Shop Technician

Polyurethane Shop Technician

We are seeking a detail-oriented, mechanically inclined

Polyurethane Shop Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will handle the end-to-end production of custom-molded polyurethane components, elastomeric parts, and industrial coatings. You will manage chemical raw materials, set up technical workstations, and operate specialized equipment to deliver high-quality finished products.

• Chemical Processing:
  Measure, mix, and blend polyurethane raw chemicals and resins according to exact formulation sheets.
• Equipment Operation:
  Set up and operate polyurethane metering machines, hot-spray plural component pumps, and automated injection systems.
• Mold Preparation:
  Clean, inspect, and apply release agents to open-cast and compression molds before production runs.
• Casting & Pouring:
  Pour or inject liquid polyurethane into molds with high precision to avoid air pockets or structural defects.
• Demolding & Finishing:
  Break out cured components from molds. Post-process parts by grinding, trimming, and cutting away excess flash using hand and power tools.
• Quality Assurance:
  Inspect finished items (such as rollers, wheels, seals, and pads) against engineering blueprints and strict millimeter tolerances.
• Shop Maintenance:
  Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant workstation. Safely clean and maintain spray guns and mixing equipment.

• Experience:
  
  1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing shop environment preferred, specifically working with plastics, rubbers, elastomers, or chemical pouring. Comprehensive on-the-job training can be provided for highly motivated entry-level candidates.
• Technical Literacy:
  Ability to read basic engineering drawings, technical specification sheets, and data collection tools.
• Mechanical Aptitude:
  High proficiency in safely operating hand tools, pneumatic power tools, and shop machinery (e.g., forklifts).
• Basic Mathematics:
  Strong measurement and math skills required for calculating precise compound ratios and chemical mixing weights.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently.
• Standing, kneeling, crouching, and bending for extended periods during shift operations.
• Comfort working in non-climate-controlled manufacturing environments that may become hot.
• Manual dexterity necessary for utilizing intricate computer and electronic interfaces for data collection.

M-F $15-DOE

45+ hrs/week

#1225

SKTD

Location/Region:
Lufkin, TX