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Acushnet Rubber Company, Inc. DBA Precix Press Operator in New Bedford, Massachusetts
2nd & 3rd Shift SUMMARY: This position is responsible for operating steam compression presses to produce a variety of O rings of varying sizes and compounds. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure press settings correspond with press specifications (e.g. time, temperature, bumps, and pressure). Ensure correct preps of rubber have been brought to the press and that they haven?t expired. Check flash thickness twice per shift and log into c-chart. Press process sheets must be followed on how to spray and load molds. Use various types of compression molding processes which include Drop Jig, Slide Jig, and ID/OD Jig loading in addition to the hand loading of preforms to the mold cavities. Inspect and identify defects. Keep work area clean and mold platens free of any stray O-rings when stripping molds, production reporting accuracy. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school graduate or equivalent in work related experience QUALIFICATIONS: Requires the use of basic English grammar and arithmetic (addition, subtraction, and carrying out instruction.)