Extrusion Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Orotex is a successful global manufacturing company originating from Japan with roots in the U.S. for over 20 years. We specialize in cutting-edge noise and vibration control components for Tier 1 Automotive manufacturers.

In recent years we have almost doubled our operations and continue to successfully grow. The Orotex team takes great pride in our ability to produce and manufacture high quality parts while staying committed to environmental efforts. Orotex provides a team atmosphere and treats every member of the team like family. Join the Orotex Team, Join the Orotex Family!

We offer a competitive benefits package starting after just 30 days of employment!

Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:45am-5:15pm OT as needed on Fridays

Purpose of the Position:

Safely and efficiently operate, adjust, set and maintain all manufacturing equipment to produce material in accordance with customer specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion machines on designated production lines
• Change out dies and provide maintenance and calibration of machine to ensure material is running properly
• Make adjustments to equipment to produce quality product
• Ensure machinery is continuously stocked with material
• Assist packers with packing in accordance with customer requirements
• Communicate and work effectively with packers to meet production goals, provide break relief  
• Safely operate a Forklift and overhead crane to move dies, material or equipment as needed
• Read and comprehend instructions and following established procedures
• Keep workstation clean and organized
• Cross train in other areas as needed and other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Basic math skills
• Mechanically inclined, understanding of hand tools and quality tools (i.e. screw drivers, hammers, calipers, tape measurer, etc.)
• Detailed oriented, organized, and motivated
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to understand spoken and written English
• Previous Forklift experience
• Ability to work overtime and needed
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for 12 plus hours daily
• Ability to use both hand, wrists, and arms with continual motion
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and reach objects
• Ability to lift 30 plus pounds repeatedly and up to 50 occasionally
• Ability to bend, stoop and walk frequently

Working Conditions

Temperature controlled facility

Personal Protective Equipment Required

Safety glasses at all times, safety gloves, Steel-toe safety shoes or boots, ear plus as necessary

• Paid Hands on training
• 80 hours PTO the year you begin
• 4 different medical plans (company typically covers 85-95% costs)
• Vision & Dental
• Flex spending/dependent care accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company sponsored Life Insurance,short-term & long-term
• 401K with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Company BBQs & Holiday parties
• Annual review with increases and profit sharing
• Employee engagement: Employee of the Month, Safety Bingo, Anniversary Awards and much more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a drug screen, background check, and physical.