Hard Skills
IntermediateCompression Moulding OperationThe ability to operate and monitor heat and pressure moulding machines to shape sports ball components from raw materials.
IntermediateQuality Control InspectionSystematically checking molded products for surface defects, seam misalignments, and air retention standards.
IntermediateMachine Setup and CalibrationConfiguring press parameters such as temperature, pressure settings, and cycle times according to specific product blueprints.
FoundationalIndustrial Safety ComplianceStrict adherence to safety protocols regarding high-temperature equipment, heavy machinery, and emergency stop procedures.
FoundationalRaw Material PreparationHandling and prepping synthetic leather, rubber, or composites for the molding process, including accurate weighing and cutting.
FoundationalProduction Record KeepingDocumenting daily production counts, machine downtime, and scrap levels in digital or physical logs.