Machine Operator/Quality Control

Job Purpose

To operate and monitor rubber molding machines (Compression / Injection Molding) efficiently to manufacture quality rubber components as per customer specifications, production plans, and established quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

A. Machine Operation

• Operate Compression Molding and Injection Molding machines as per production requirements.
• Ensure proper loading of rubber compounds into the mould.
• Set and monitor machine parameters such as temperature, pressure, curing time and cycle time as instructed.
• Ensure proper mould closing, opening and component removal.
• Maintain continuous machine operation and achieve the required production targets.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

B. Quality Control

• Check the quality of molded components as per approved samples and specifications.
• Identify defects such as flash, short molding, bubbles, cracks, dimensional variation and improper curing.
• Ensure proper trimming and removal of excess rubber.
• Segregate rejected and non-conforming components.
• Inform the Supervisor / Quality Inspector about any quality issues immediately.
• Maintain quality standards and minimize rejection and rework.

C. Production Activities

• Achieve daily production targets as per the production plan.
• Maintain the required cycle time and machine productivity.
• Ensure optimum utilization of machines, materials and manpower.
• Record production quantity, rejection quantity and downtime details.
• Follow FIFO for rubber compound and other production materials.
• Coordinate with the material handler and supervisor for material availability.

D. Machine Maintenance and Housekeeping

• Perform basic machine cleaning and routine maintenance activities.
• Check machine condition before starting production.
• Report machine abnormalities, oil leakage, unusual noise and breakdowns.
• Keep the workplace and machine surroundings clean.
• Follow 5S practices in the production area.

E. Safety Responsibilities

• Wear prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Follow machine safety instructions and operating procedures.
• Never bypass machine safety guards or interlocks.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures whenever applicable.
• Maintain safe working practices while handling hot moulds and rubber components.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions and accidents to the Supervisor.

Qualification and Experience

Criteria

Requirements

Educational Qualification

8th / 10th / ITI / Diploma in Any stream except (IT \& Civil) preferred

Experience

Fresher / 1–3 years in Rubber Molding preferred

Technical Knowledge

Basic knowledge of Compression / Injection Molding

Skills

Machine operation, visual inspection and defect identification

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform shop-floor activities

Training

Machine operation, quality and safety training

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance Indicator

1 Achievement of daily production targets

2 Reduction in rejection and rework

3 Machine cycle time adherence

4 Machine utilization and productivity

5 Quality of molded components

6 Compliance with safety procedures

7 5S and workplace housekeeping

8 Production reporting accuracy

Authority and Accountability

• Responsible for proper operation of the allocated molding machine.
• Accountable for production quantity and quality of assigned work.
• Responsible for identifying and reporting machine abnormalities.
• Accountable for following safety procedures and maintaining workplace discipline.
• Responsible for preventing material wastage and unnecessary machine downtime.

Job Description Acceptance

I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understood the responsibilities and duties mentioned in this Job Description. I agree to perform the assigned duties as per company policies, procedures and instructions from my reporting authority.

Contact No

70107 61345

Pay

₹13,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location

In person