Scope of the position : This position is the beginning Operator level and is responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation.
Key Responsibilities :
- Maintains compliance with Company and plant safety policies and procedures.
- Completes all annual training as required.
- Know and understand dryer mechanics.
- Break down, clean, set up and start extruders.
- Perform tooling changes (set ups) on dies and restart extruder in an efficient and safe manner.
- Must be able to identify the shop orders, and all related documents, including key dimension sheets and drawings.
- Knows and understands the operation of downstream equipment.
- Identify types of materials utilized in the production of parts.
- Identify all screw and head types.
- Knows and understands the mechanics of the vacuum loading system and blending units.
- Produce parts in the medium difficulty range with little help that meet quality specifications at or above specified rates.
- Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE) during the entire shift, to include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety footwear, etc.
- Identify the correct material in accordance with the Shop Order and produce a quality part.
- Develop speed and accuracy in machine tear down and set up.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned by management team.
Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Working knowledge of the extrusion process and materials, highly preferred
- Above average communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to follow directions / processes
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment, which can be subject to numerous schedule and priority changes
Physical Demands :
- Moving and lifting objects up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Walking, standing and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors
Work Environment :
- Manufacturing environment. Climate may be cold or hot depending on outside temperature.
- Exposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise associated with the extrusion and fabrication manufacturing processes
- Monday through Friday, 3pm-11pm. $17.00 / hr.
INDFE
30+ days ago