Machine Operator - Splicer

at  IPEX Group of Companies

We are thrilled to offer you an incredible chance to join our team as a talented Fabrication Operator at Hamilton Kent, one of North America’s foremost pioneers in advanced plastic piping systems. As we relentlessly strive to shape a better future by connecting individuals with essential resources such as water and energy, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming the world around us.
LOCATION: HK - Toronto
SHIFT: Night Shift 11PM – 7AM Monday to Friday

SUMMARY

Splicing is the production process utilizing heated moulds to join the ends of pre-cut rubber strips to form circular gaskets.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Maintain working area is safe & clean before starting work
• Ensure mould temperature has reached its setting prior to splicing
• Perform tasks to prepare strip for splicing as required, e.g., dipping, sanding, heating, cleaning strip ends, etc.
• Verify rubber strip for straight cut and clean ends prior to splicing
• Load tape roll into tape machine and visually check quality
• Load gasket into press
• Insert splicing tape between the ends of gaskets (as required)
• Close mold; auto timer will open once cure time is up
• Remove gasket & remove flashing
• Visually inspect gasket for cracks at splice, nibs, lumps, pinholes, and other defects
• Inject silicone into gasket
• Break splice seal using pneumatic anvil
• Place the gasket on the silicone spreader & check for leaks
• Pack finished gaskets
• Verify the proper amount of gaskets are put into each box
• Document and record all required information
• Perform other duties as required by supervision to meet production requirements.
• Must be able to meet and maintain company quality and production requirements
• Adhere to company policies and procedures

REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates must possess excellent attention to detail and strong critical thinking abilities.
• Safety conscious
• High school diploma is preferred
• Read write and speak basic English
• Must be able to use or can be trained on various types of measuring tools related to our gasket manufacturing process.

Please refer the Job description for details