Extrusion Operator

Job PostingShift: Night shift Schedule: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM; 2/2/3 rotating schedule Pay Rate: $20.10 Shift Premium: $1.00Position Summary: Manufactures sufficient quantities of high-quality materials at or below budgeted production costs to meet marketplace demand. Sets up blown film equipment operation, feed, speed, and temperature. Follows established procedures for operating various conventional manufacturing equipment for tasks such as cutting, forming, gassing, loading, tapping, turning, inspecting, and pulling to fabricate, form, or shape manufactured parts, tools, or parts assemblies from raw materials. Selects and measures raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing. Resolves issues related to the organization's production, machinery, processing and/or packaging operations. Responsibilities are within the Manufacturing/Operations Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.The Extrusion Technician is responsible for the safe operation of blown film extruders to produce material that meets current quality standards at optimum rates and yields. This responsibility includes the performance of those tasks necessary to achieve proper extrusion operation:Interpret and use production schedulesUnload rolls of tubingInspect raw and processed materials for visual and measurable attributesResponsible for the quality of the productPerform minor maintenance and cleaning as requiredThread materials through the inventoryPerform quality checks on extruded materials and troubleshoot inconsistenciesContinually monitor quality throughout the extrusion operationEnsure materials and equipment are available in advanceDaily interaction with computer software, including data collectionCommunicate with Production Control as neededOperate specialised equipment necessary for the proper function of the extruders and mezzanineClean screwsAssist in receiving railcars by pumping raw materials into silosOperate radiation units in compliance with Cryovac, state, and federal regulationsOperate forklift to transfer boxes of raw materials as neededBale scrap material as needed throughout the shiftSelf-Manage and work harmoniously in a team environmentPerform other duties as requested or needed to support the team environmentPerform Product and Facility Sanitation duties as requiredServe on a Team Resource team as neededQualifications Required:High school diploma or GED required1 to 3 years of manufacturing experienceComputer Knowledge: 1-2 years of Windows applications.Proven ability to perform basic math and measurement tasksBlown film extrusion experience preferred but not mandatoryPhysical Requirements:Frequent bending and lifting of items up to 40 pounds as needed (Lifting of items exceeding 40 pounds will require a two-person lift)Work with and around various solvents, corn starch and cleaning chemicalsAccess all work areas, including frequent climbing on stands, ladders and stairsSit, stand, stoop, squat, bend, and reach overhead as neededStand on concrete floors for 12-hour shiftsPush/pull objects as neededDrive a forklift (with training)Utilise fine manipulation skills (including but not limited to the use of a utility knife, scissors, tape measure, typing, writing, and hand tools)Must be able to distinguish colours for product quality purposesMust be able to effectively communicate with customers, peers, and management at all levelsMust follow all safety processes and proceduresUtilise communication skills to effectively express both oral and written ideas individually or in group settingsUtilise interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groupsMust be able to work overtime as scheduledMust be able to work every other weekendAble to work nights on 12-hour shiftsBenefits and Perks 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid elder care Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance