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Job Title: Lapping Operator 2nd Shift

Job Description

The candidate will operate compression mold machines to produce rubber or plastic rings and seals used in the oil and gas industry. Responsibilities include measuring powders and materials, setting up machines, and operating hydraulic presses to mold rubber preforms into seals.

Responsibilities

+ Inspect first run parts for defects and make necessary adjustments prior to production.

+ Turn preforms, stack preforms, and straighten preforms and parts while parts are in press.

+ Load press platens uniformly with molds of equal height.

+ Handle molds with care to prevent denting or galling of critical machined surfaces, and report any damage to molds or machines to the manager.

+ Verify that preforms fit molds properly and report discrepancies to the Crew Lead.

+ Ensure proper engagement of molds when press closes and pressure is applied, especially when molds are stacked.

Essential Skills

+ At least 1-2 years of experience in machine operating or as a helper in a machine shop.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Experience in production/manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with machine operation, extruding, molding, injection molding, rubber, and plastic.

+ Skills in machine operations, press operation, and production operation.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the potential to transition from a contract role to a direct hire for those demonstrating strong work ethics. Employees who convert to direct hire enjoy comprehensive benefits, bonus incentives, and paid lunches. The work environment features air conditioning and a clean shop setting, ensuring comfort during work hours.

Work Environment

The shop floor is clean, orderly, and climate-controlled, providing a comfortable working environment. As a manufacturing and production setting, it can be hot and loud at times, requiring candidates to have prior experience in similar environments. The role is on the second shift, from 4 PM onwards. Candidates must have their own safety glasses and steel-toed shoes, while other necessary personal protective equipment will be provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HUMBLE, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.25 - $17.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in HUMBLE,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.