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Garlock Sealing Technologies is a global manufacturer of high-performance fluid sealing and pipeline solutions with an emphasis on product safety, longevity, and productivity. Our solutions provide industry-leading sealing integrity and performance in several industries throughout the world with businesses in Canada, Mexico and North America.

SCHEDULE:

- 1st shift ( Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 2:30pm) 

- 8 hour shifts

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• $24.72 per hour
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for employee plus eligible dependents
• Employer matching up to 6% for 401K,
• Employee Assistance Programs
• On-site Fitness Center
• Life and AD & D insurance, dependent life insurance, long term disability, and HSA, FSA
• Tuition Assistance eligibility, and much more! 

Job Type: Full Time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates a series of electric/hydraulic presses in various molding operations consisting of long or short production runs of products made of PTFE or a combination of rubber, PTFE, fabric and/or metal inserts.
• Completes opening of press/mold by various manual means and closes partially by manual means and pushing control buttons. Performs duties that include:
  • Sets up assigned press line for maximum efficiency and productivity.
  • Raises and lowers presses.
  • Applies mold wash to cavities as per work instructions.
  • Operates various clicker/Samco presses to produce blanks.
  • Inserts blanks in mold cavities by hand.
  • Inserts Mold in/out press
  • Cures stock for prescribed length of time.
  • Removes finished molded pieces from mold cavities, rough pick and deposits in provided containers as per work instruction.
• Performs visual and dimensional inspection of materials prior to and after cutting blanks.
• Uses care in loading molds to insure that components  are properly positioned.  Quality inspection responsibilities will become paramount throughout molding cycle.
• Determines and implements corrective actions when defects occur with product and notifies Supervision and/or Engineering when unable to correct defect.
• Audits pre-molded blanks for defects and proper weights during initial start-up and as determined by work instructions.
• Informs Supervisor and/or Engineering of defective conditions concerning pre-molded blanks. Assists and suggests ways to correct defects.
• Inspects finished molded pieces, this inspection will involve visual or the use of some form of gauge(s) as required.
• Verifies pressures, cure times and temperatures on product masters when presses are in operation.  Employee will however, be alert to pressure changes, vacuum changes, proper functioning of mechanical lubricating systems, temperature readings, bumps and pre-heat cycle so as to provide input and correct product masters if improprieties exist.
• Final trim parts per the appropriate work instructions or finished part specification.  Includes but not limited to punch and die cutting of parts, and operation of OD hand trimmer.
• Properly clean, label, and package finished parts per the appropriate work instructions.
• Works with Supervision and Engineering to assure product master correctness, including trial runs, data gathering and verbal communication as to progress status.
• Performs various finishing operations (manual or machine)  on order to prepare them for shipment.
• Works closely with Engineering personnel in the development and establishment of standard operating data relative to new and/or experimental products.
• Moves all finished work to proper center and records production and signs off each completed router step.
• Maintains equipment, cleans and lubricates machines, empties dust collectors and refuse containers.
• Selects orders to be run in accord with promise date or established priority.
• Regulates temperatures by adjusting control unit as per spec. 
• Checks and documents dimensions periodically throughout run.
• Performs material handling activities such as placing of various stock in racks, delivery of materials, obtaining raw materials for next order, etc.
• Cleans and stores molds.  Performs TPM as required.
• Operates walk behind lift  truck

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• High school degree or equivalent required
• Basic computer skills
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred

 COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Self-Awareness
• Problem solving
• Drive Results
• Action Oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

POSTURE: Standing, leaning, reaching

MAXIMUM WEIGHT TO BE LIFTED: 35 lbs. anything over 35 lb requires two people or mechanical lifting device.

FREQUENCY PER SHIFT: up to 10 %

REPETITIVE MOTION TASKS: Arm/shoulder movement when loading & unloading molds, lifting & lowering mold covers, pushing and pulling molds.

DURATION OF SHIFT:  80 %   

Potential burns, knife cuts, finger pinching                                                            

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Heat, cold, dirt, dust, fumes, noise seasonal variation with temperature
• Union environment

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Garlock.

Garlock is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. 

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.  If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.  

Enpro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job. 

Enpro carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors including the background, education, training, and experience required, as well as geographic considerations such as cost of labor, and applicable local and state laws. These considerations can cause offered compensation to vary. The hiring range for this position is typically $24.72 - $26.67 hourly. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Bonus, gainshare, and/or equity may be eligible for this position. Enpro offers a range of benefits including, but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) matching, and other supplemental insurance options.​ 

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