Extrusion Machine Operator I

Job Description

The Extrusion Machine Operator will operate, troubleshoot, repair and perform minor maintenance of the extrusion equipment that processes polypropylene pellets into log form.

You will understand both the product construction and the machine operation to maximize yields and machine uptime.

You will work shifts that are 12-hours long, rotating shifts 4 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM (Days).

Duties & Responsibilities :

Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping

practices

Participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits

Proactively communicate and address safety concerns

Set-up and monitor machine operations according to standard operating instructions

Understand department safety, quality and regulatory requirements, and production goals; actively engage in meeting these goals

Inspect raw materials and products to ensure there are no visual defects; take corrective

action as needed

Perform checks to ensure accuracy per product specifications, ensure overall product

quality, and tracks in manual logs or computer system to capture deviations and quality

traceability data

Perform material disposition on all work-in-processes (WIP) parts as assigned

Perform advanced machine adjustments to ensure that proper construction specifications are being met

Interrupt machine operation as necessary to correct operating problems

Minimize the production of products that do not meet specifications by quickly taking

action and using investigative, troubleshooting, and mechanical skills

Accurately measure work in process (WIP) and finished goods in inches or centimeters

Communicate technical issues in a timely manner to all levels (managers, co-workers,

maintenance, engineers, etc.)

Assist in training of other operators

Assist with failure and perform regular minor preventive maintenance

Perform troubleshooting to solve equipment malfunction

Perform complete setup, adjustments, startup, and shutdown of all equipment in the area

Keep accurate records and explain any discrepancies, if necessary

Perform any additional duties as assigned by supervisor, facilitator, or lead

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements :

• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a machine operator, maintenance technician, or
• military service in a technical background OR an Associate’s Degree in a related field
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour schedule that includes every other
• weekend coverage, as required
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, as required
• Ability and willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety
• glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes, as required

Preferred :

High School Diploma / GED

Experience working in and navigating computer applications; ability to perform basic

functions in Excel, including navigating to files, data input, copy & paste and sums

Strong mathematical aptitude, such as ability to calculate flow rate and take

measurements of circumference

Experience participating in the development of work instructions and operating guides

Basic SAP experience, including navigating in the system, looking up test specs and

ensuring bills of materials match recipes

Strong mechanical aptitude

Quality inspection experience, including experience identifying and resolving product

quality issues

Detail oriented

Strong communication skills and ability to learn and understand all policies, practices,

and procedures

Lean manufacturing experience

Previous experience performing setup, troubleshooting and operation of automated

machines

Knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) safety program

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.