Hard Skills
IntermediateMoulding Press OperationSetting up and operating hydraulic or mechanical presses to form rubber products through compression, injection, or transfer moulding processes.
IntermediateQuality Inspection and ControlMonitoring molded products for defects such as air pockets, improper curing, or surface imperfections using precision measuring tools.
AdvancedOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) ComplianceStrict adherence to safety protocols for high-temperature machinery, including the use of PPE and emergency stop procedures.
BasicMold Maintenance and CleaningPerforming routine cleaning and applying release agents to molds to ensure part integrity and prevent material buildup.
BasicTrimming and FinishingUsing hand tools or specialized equipment to remove excess rubber (flash) from molded parts to meet design specifications.
IntermediateProcess MonitoringContinuous observation of temperature, pressure, and cure time settings to ensure the rubber compound reacts correctly.