Hard Skills
IntermediateRubber Milling OperationThe ability to operate two-roll mills or similar machinery to mix, warm, or sheet rubber compounds to specific thicknesses.
AdvancedCompound Mixing and BlendingThe process of adding pigments, accelerators, and other chemical agents into the rubber base during milling to achieve specific technical specifications.
IntermediateLockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Machine SafetyStrict adherence to safety protocols for isolating energy sources and operating emergency stop mechanisms on heavy rotating equipment.
IntermediateDimensional and Visual Quality ControlUtilizing precision measuring tools like calipers and thickness gauges to ensure sheets meet tolerances while identifying surface defects.
Entry-levelPreventive Maintenance and TroubleshootingIdentifying mechanical irregularities in mill rolls or cooling systems and performing basic adjustments to prevent machine downtime.