About this role
Summary:
We are looking to add a Mat Maker/Machine operator to our manufacturing team in Crosby, TX who will be responsible for operating stamping presses and equipment used in the production of molded rubber products.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Schedule: 12 hour Rotating shift, 7 on 7 off -- Day Shift
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate equipment used in the production of molded rubber products. Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure, and time.
• Load, set up, and operate stamping presses to run production and produce quality output.
• Ensure safety equipment is supplied by NWR properly and set the example by leading.
• Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors and or maintenance staff immediately.
• Record machine downtime and assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting and repair.
• Understand the mixing process well enough to run it (and demonstrate);
• Understand targets and promote their achievement. Ability to document and explain target misses.
• Able to start up/shut down plant equipment (lights, compressors, cells).
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of previous relevant experience.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Prior Experience operating production equipment in a Manufacturing environment.
• Pre-Screen Substance test and Background check required.
Experience:
• Experienced in operating presses, injection molding, or die casting equipment.
• Knowledge of rubber, metal, or plastic molding and casting machines or similar.
Physical Requirements:
• May be required to bend, squat, kneel, or stand for long periods.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental/Health/Vision insurance (shared premiums with employer)
• Paid Vacation and 8 paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Safety boot allowance
• Prescription Safety glasses allowance
• Opportunities for growth and development
North West Rubber has been in business for 50+ years as a recycling industry leader in manufacturing industrial rubber mats. With over 575 employees, NWR has 4 facilities in Canada and the flagship location in Houston Texas. NWR is seeking team players who can exemplify our core values of "RESPECT FOR ALL", "OWN IT", "RESULTS FOCUSED" - If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you.
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$19-$23 DOE