Rubber Molding Press Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Rubber Molding Press Technician | Barberton, OH

Employer: Express Employment Professionals – Akron

From the start of your shift, you’ll prepare molding presses, load raw rubber stock, and dial in temperature, pressure, and cycle times. Throughout the day, you’ll monitor equipment, document production, and perform visual checks to catch even the smallest defect. As orders move, you’ll safely handle materials and finished goods, support teammates, and keep the line moving to exact quality standards.

• Starting pay: $17.65–$18.65 per hour
• Shifts: 1st and 2nd shift opportunities
• Work hours: 10- and 12-hour schedules available

• Feed raw rubber materials into molding presses according to work orders
• Operate machinery per production schedules and SOPs
• Track and adjust process variables (temperature, pressure, cycle time)
• Inspect parts visually; identify defects and escalate issues
• Manually load/unload materials and finished components safely
• Complete related tasks and support production as assigned

• Keen eye for detail with the ability to detect subtle flaws
• Comfort working on your feet and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Solid math and clear written communication
• Basic PC skills (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Creative, practical problem solver who thrives in a fast pace
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities safely and efficiently

• Injection Molding Machine
• Rotational Molding Machine
• Tube Mill
• Mill

• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Machine operator
• Manufacturing
• Rubber
• Wire
• Metal

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• Online:
• Phone: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com
• In person: 66 S. Miller Rd, Suite 201, Akron, OH 44333

• Holiday and vacation pay
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Safety incentives
• Training and development opportunities
• Scholarship programs