Rubber Plant Operator

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on materials or work pieces as

well as select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, turning, grinding attachments, accessories, and materials on laser.

• Calculate and set controls to regulate cutting and turning factors such as speed, gas pressure,

and part clearance and to enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit machine control Programs.

• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of- tolerance conditions,

and adjust machine controls or control media as required.

• Machine parts and components within the specified tolerances, with limited scrap and in

time with the production schedule.

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts and assemblies meet production

specifications and quality standards.

• Confer with engineers, production personnel, or others to resolve machining or assembly

problems.

• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Rubber Processing Equipment such as compression presses, extruders, mills, mixer,

loading tools, testing equipment, and metal prep equipment.

• Complete Mold/Tooling set up and inspection.
• Follow Work Order Routers as specified.
• Perform material preparations, adhesive application, and flashing removal.
• Visualize and plan work sequences in order to assemble components and molds to the

required specifications.

• Keep inventory in order; understand and document the inventory movement.
• Read and understand prints as required to perform production processes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on materials or work pieces as

well as select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, turning, grinding attachments, accessories, and materials on laser.

• Calculate and set controls to regulate cutting and turning factors such as speed, gas pressure,

and part clearance and to enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit machine control Programs.

• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of- tolerance conditions,

and adjust machine controls or control media as required.

• Machine parts and components within the specified tolerances, with limited scrap and in

time with the production schedule.

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts and assemblies meet production

specifications and quality standards.

• Confer with engineers, production personnel, or others to resolve machining or assembly

problems.

• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Rubber Processing Equipment such as compression presses, extruders, mills, mixer,

loading tools, testing equipment, and metal prep equipment.

• Complete Mold/Tooling set up and inspection.
• Follow Work Order Routers as specified.
• Perform material preparations, adhesive application, and flashing removal.
• Visualize and plan work sequences in order to assemble components and molds to the

required specifications.

• Keep inventory in order; understand and document the inventory movement.
• Read and understand prints as required to perform production processes.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent with knowledge of basic math and 3+ years in a machining

environment.

• Knowledge of the proper use of measuring tools/gauges and cutting tools.
• Understanding of blueprints and routers.
• Basic knowledge of BOP’s, experience in the rubber industry, and/or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Able to complete in-house fork lift and/or overhead crane operations training.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing/fabrication of sub-assemblies is a plus.
• Willing to cross-train into other areas.