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Da/Pro Rubber is currently hiring for a Mill Operator for our Valencia facility located at 28635 N. Braxton Ave, Valencia, CA 91355.

JOB SUMMARY

Set up, operate and tend milling and tube extruder machines to mix, mill and shape rubber or silicone material for molding. Use job traveler for specifications and conformance. Work closely with plant chemist to ensure proper chemicals, dye creams oils and materials are used when preparing to mill rubber or silicone components.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Read and interpret job travelers to assess specifications and to determine mixing and material instructions needed to mill rubber components.

Observe milling machine operation and adjust controls to ensure conformance with specified tolerances such as mill speed, lubrication and density.

Verify dimensions of rubber material using measuring instruments such as rules, gauges and calipers.

Remove rubber material and deliver to lab technician for testing.

Place mill material in cold storage for cooling period.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Speak to others to convey information effectively.

Use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions to problems.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

REQUIRED

Basic reading, writing and math skills

Some computer knowledge

Ability to use basic hand tools such as box cutter, scissors

Job Type: Full-time

Must be Bilingual- English and Spanish

Shipping and Receiving Assistant Lead- Owasso

Da/Pro Rubber is currently hiring for a Shipping & Receiving Assistant Lead for our Owasso facility located at 6712 N Canton Ave.  This facility is just off of Hwy 75 and 66th St North.

The starting pay for this position is $14.50 per hour.

The Shipping & Receiving Assistant Lead is the primary back-up for the department, assisting the Lead in packaging and processing finished small, specialized rubber product for shipment to customers. Responsibilities may include the maintenance of detailed, computerized records of incoming and outgoing parts, workflow management, processing of required department paperwork and shipping documents, and handling of incoming raw materials.  This position supports problem-solving and root cause analysis for the shipping & receiving department.

The ideal candidate is an experienced problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is dependable and highly organized, takes initiative, and is attentive to details. As a leader on the team, he or she should model performance expectations, work well with all departments, and be willing to train others as needed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare products for shipping according to Da/Pro and customer specifications, including packaging for transportation, weighing and measuring packages;
• Ensure that merchandise is in proper condition and that orders are filled properly before the items are sent to customers;
• Accurately maintain paper and computer records;
• Support and/or manage outgoing shipments according to customer’s requests and established company procedures;
• Ensure shipping documents are complete, accurate and processed appropriately at time of shipment;
• Receive incoming deliveries, log, and deliver via hand truck to nearby building/department, under the direction of the Shipping & Receiving Lead;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of experience in shipping & receiving in a manufacturing environment.  Experience should include domestic and international shipping with major carriers.
• Documented experience with mathematical calculations including weights and measures
• Experience with computers and various MS Windows and browser-based software
• Ability to manage large amounts of information in an often-changing environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally:sit, push/pull up to 50 lbs., reach above shoulder with both hands, lift/carry 10-50 lbs.
• Frequently:stand, walk, reach outward with both hands, count and calculate, lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Constantly: handle/finger
• Other: Vision – near/non-color, sense of touch

Mill Operator- Broken Arrow

Da/Pro Rubber Inc. is currently looking for Mill Operators to join our team on 1st and 2nd shift at our Broken Arrow, Oklahoma location.

This position is paid weekly at the rate of $11.00- $15.50 per hour based on experience.

The Mill Operator sets up, operates and tends milling machines to mix, mill and shape rubber material for molding. The mill operator uses job documents for mixing instructions and runs the mixing mill as the last step in creating the material before it goes to the molding department. This position is an entry level position with training provided, no experience necessary, though it helps to have some exposure to working in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, dependable, and willing to be part of a team.

Primary Responsibilities

The Mill Operator:

• Reads and interprets job documents for mixing and material instructions needed to mill rubber components;
• Observes the milling machine operation and adjusts controls such as mill speed, lubrication and density;
• Continuously tends the machine and the material, feeding material back into the rollers and sometimes adding components until the material reaches proper consistency;
• Verifies dimensions of rubber material using various instruments such as rulers, gauges and calipers;
• Delivers samples to the on-site lab for testing, as necessary;
• Removes rubber material and places it according to instructions on racks in the mill room or cold storage;

Job Requirements

• Experience with data entry of job information into the computer;
• The Mill Operator must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60 pounds, stand continuously, tolerate a non-controlled temperature environment, and interpret and communicate detailed instructions and measurements;
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred;
• 2 years of experience working with heavy machinery in a manufacturing environment preferred;

You may also apply in person at 601 N Poplar Ave., Broken Arrow, OK

Da/Pro participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing.

PRESS OPERATOR- Owasso

Da/Pro Rubber is currently looking for PRESS MACHINE OPERATORS to join our team at the Owasso, Oklahoma location. This facility is located at 6712 N Canton Ave. (Hwy 75 and 66th St South).

Pay for these positions range from $11.00 – $13.00 per hour depending on shift and experience.

$1,000 RETENTION BONUS available to team members at 6 months of employment.

The Press Machine Operator is responsible for operating and tending to the press machines to mold, shape and form rubber components. The ideal candidate is responsible, dedicated and hard-working. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not necessary.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift (7 am – 3 pm)
• 2nd Shift (3 pm – 11 pm)
• 3rd Shift (11 pm – 7 am)

Wage increases available for strong work performance and solid attendance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Review job documents for details and instructions to determine procedures and settings for pressing rubber components
• Load rubber components on to molds
• Monitor press machine operation and observe lights and gauges in order to detect press machine malfunctions
• Notify supervisors when rubber component and or molds don’t meet standards
• Provide the quality inspector with sample of finished product and make adjustments to mold as recommended by the production supervisor
• Clean excess product from press machine molds as needed, using various tools such air hoses and solutions such as soap with water

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to understand instructions and to convey information to others effectively
• Basic reading, writing and math skills
• Basic computer skills to enter data from processed orders
• Must be able to use basic hand tools
• Some lifting required

Individuals in this machine operator position stand for long periods of time, perform some moderate lifting and must be able to push/pull.

Live east of Tulsa?  See our other job openings at our facility at 601 N Poplar Ave  Broken Arrow, OK

Da/Pro participates in E-verify and conducts pre-employment drug screenings.

PRESS OPERATOR- Broken Arrow

Da/Pro Rubber is currently looking for PRESS MACHINE OPERATORS to join our team at the Broken Arrow, Oklahoma location. This facility is located at 601 N. Poplar Broken Arrow, OK 74012.

Pay for these positions range from $11.00 – $15.50 per hour depending on shift and experience.

$1,000 RETENTION BONUS available to team members at 6 months of employment.

The Press Machine Operator is responsible for operating and tending to the press machines to mold, shape and form rubber components. The ideal candidate is responsible, dedicated and hard-working. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not necessary.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift (8 am – 4 pm)
• 2nd Shift (4 pm – 12 am)
• 3rd Shift (12 am – 8 am)

Wage increases available for strong work performance and solid attendance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Review job documents for details and instructions to determine procedures and settings for pressing rubber components
• Load rubber components on to molds
• Monitor press machine operation and observe lights and gauges in order to detect press machine malfunctions
• Notify supervisors when rubber component and or molds don’t meet standards
• Provide the quality inspector with sample of finished product and make adjustments to mold as recommended by the production supervisor
• Clean excess product from press machine molds as needed, using various tools such air hoses and solutions such as soap with water

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to understand instructions and to convey information to others effectively
• Basic reading, writing and math skills
• Basic computer skills to enter data from processed orders
• Must be able to use basic hand tools
• Some lifting required

Individuals in this machine operator position stand for long periods of time, perform some moderate lifting and must be able to push/pull.

Live north of Tulsa?  See our other job openings at our facility at 6712 N Canton Ave. Tulsa, OK 74117.

Da/Pro participates in E-verify and conducts pre-employment drug screenings.

Da/Pro Rubber, Inc. is currently going through an expansion phase of our rubber molding facilities. We are searching for a Liquid Injection Molding (LIM) Supervisor in our Oklahoma facility just outside of Owasso in North Tulsa. This position oversees the production of LSR (liquid silicone rubber) parts according to company and customer specifications as detailed in blueprints, layouts and templates. This individual plans and facilitates the schedule of equipment, material, and people to meet production demands.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced technical expert in LSR molding in a tight-tolerance production environment who can lead problem-solving activities and provide inspiration and guidance for all personnel including setup personnel and press operators. Relevant experience as a molding machine operator is required.  The appreciation of quality, continuous learning, and teamwork is a must.

Da/Pro currently has primarily Engel machines, but we also run Toshiba and Sodick/Plustech. Supervision experience is a bonus but not required if you can demonstrate a supportive leadership mentality. We are looking for a long-term committed employee who wishes to grow with the company so training is available for someone interested in expanding their technical and management skills.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supervising and coordinating the activities of operators engaged in the production of LSR parts;
• Setting up silicone injection tools on molding machine and supervising setup personnel
• Training operators and coaching professional workplace behavior;
• Participating in production team meetings discussing schedules and process efficiencies;

• Driving problem solving, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions with injection machines, tooling and auxiliary equipment in concert with Process Engineers and Quality personnel;
• Participation in LEAN projects and supporting/sustaining LEAN initiatives;
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of all documentation and correcting or improving as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in liquid silicone rubber injection molding specifically.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate level math and computer proficiency and ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing with others in various areas of the company.
• Supervision experience preferred.

• Experience with injection molding equipment controls and their effect on processing. Prefer Engel experience, we do also use Sodick/Plustech and Toshiba machines.
• Experience with maintenance and cleaning of liquid silicone delivery systems.
• Experience with assembling and disassembling injection molding equipment and tooling.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred, but not expected.
• ISO 9001: 2015 quality system experience.
• ISO 13485 quality system experience preferred as full compliance and expertise are future goals for the company.

Physical requirements include the ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.

Salary commensurate with experience

We are looking for an Inspection Machine Operators for our North Tulsa / Owasso, OK and Broken Arrow, OK production facility on 2nd shift (3:00pm – 11:00am) and 3rd shift (11:00 pm – 7:00 am)

The Automatic Inspection Machine is a piece of equipment that uses a camera and computer to visually inspect and measure the components that are manufactured, automatically sorting out parts that don’t meet specifications. The Automatic Inspection Machine Operator monitors the machine to make sure it’s running smoothly. Retention Bonus of $250 Available for 2nd and 3rd shift!

Job Duties

The Inspection Machine Operator:

• Monitors machine for jams
• Monitors how the inspection machine is running by attending alarms
• Verifies why the alarm sounds by observing the monitors on machines
• Documents part counts and quantities of rejects then enters information on the machine
• Completes random inspections of part quality off-machine
• Cleans machine at the end of the shift

No experience necessary. We will train.

Individual must have a strong aptitude for math and computer data entry. The ideal candidate is a problem solver who can work independently with limited supervision.

You may also apply in person at either OK facility:

• 6712 N. Canton Ave Tulsa
• 601 N. Poplar Ave. Broken Arrow

Da/Pro Rubber participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing.

Job Summary

The Director of Quality Assurance (QA Director) oversees the quality control operations of the plant in conformance with Da/Pro standards, policies and procedures. This position supervises quality personnel including QA technicians and line check personnel and is the QA management representative for the facility. This individual works closely with other plant and company functions in the support and promotion of the company’s culture and core values.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience overseeing and directing quality in an ISO 13485 environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Plans, coordinates, and directs quality control program across multiple locations designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards;
• Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product;
• Maintains quality control objectives and in cooperation with the plant managers, coordinates objectives with production procedures to maximize product reliability and minimize costs;
• Directs, through intermediate personnel, workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products;
• Plans, promotes, and organizes training activities related to product quality and reliability;
• Investigates and addresses customer complaints regarding quality;
• Plans and executes internal audits and acts as liaison with external auditors.

Qualifications and Skills

• Five to Eight years of experience as a Quality Manager in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality standards
• At least 4 years of supervisory/management experience.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Summary

The Product Inspector is responsible for inspecting, sorting and weighing manufactured rubber components in various shapes and sizes. Uses microscope, magnifying glass and various other hand tools such as tweezers, scissors and q-tips. Retention Bonus of $250 available for 2nd and 3rd shifts!

We are hiring Product Inspectors for the following shifts in our Owasso, OK facility:

2nd shift (3:00pm – 11:00pm) Monday – Friday

3rd shift (11:00pm – 7:00am) Sunday – Thursday

Duties & Essential Job Functions

• Inspect manufactured products for conformance to specifications
• Separate components with defects including but not limited to cracks, marks, holes, tears and contamination
• Notify supervisor of excessive defects on any particular component
• Document accepted/rejected counts on product paperwork

Other Needs & Requirements

• Speak to others to convey information effectively
• Use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions to problems
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be able to accurately weigh, count and document inspection results
• Some experience entering data into a computer required
• Strong attention to detail

Da/Pro participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing.