Extruder Operator

Multi-Line Extruder Operator 3rd ShiftPosition at Judd Wire, Inc.Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for a 2nd Shift Multi-Line Extruder in our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility. Operator will set up tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines which include: operation of multi-head/tandem; multi-extrusion lines; various printers; to jacket a wide range of short run, heavy/large wire, cable, braided products with extruded compounds of various colors according to specifications and established procedures. Run two extruders singly or simultaneously dependent upon demand.Hiring Range: $22.63-28.03/hour, 3rd shift $3.00/hour shift differentialJob Duties:Work from shop orders, requisitions, move various heavy sized wire reels to take off apparatus; properly mix various components and chemicals to obtain and maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, wall thickness, proper die and leader sizes. Work in MIS system.Schedule production, selecting shop orders to consolidate runs for best efficiency and to meet time requirements.Set ups are exacting/precise and require placing and adjusting dies and leaders in extruder; obtaining and maintaining proper temperatures, speeds, feeds. Ensure adequate cleaning of heads, screws and barrels.Operate marking/printing machines of various types (3) as specified to apply identification number, stripe or legend to extruded wire/cable. Operate multiple pay-off and take-ups per shop packet or wire size.Perform visual and tactile checks of work and take samples according to specifications and instructions. Operate testing equipment and perform tests according to specifications including: concentricity, OD/ID, elongation, adherence, and other tests are required.Monitor operations on a continuous basis and as needed make adjustments to water trough, speeds, feeds, and other variables to meet quality and quantity parameters.Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision. Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.Ability to work a flexible schedule.Qualifications/Requirements:High School diploma or GED and basic math skills required. Be a team player, enjoy detailed work and willingness to learn!3 plus years of progressive manufacturing experience directly related to extrusion preferredUse of judgment to plan, perform and make decisions as to set ups and operations of multi-head/multi-line extruders (at times simultaneously) to ensure that products meet quality specifications, quantity and schedules within the limits of recognized or standard methods or procedures.Position requires moderate + physical effort consisting of frequent moving, of average to heavy weights, lifting 50 + lbs., pushing, pulling large reels etc.Long periods of standingContinuous mental and visual attention to detail, manual coordination of diversified duties, also repetitive work, requiring constant alertness or activity.Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes, dust, hot and cold temperatures etc.Benefits:Medical, Dental and VisionFSA/HSA401(k) with Employer MatchLife, AD&D and DisabilityPTO and HolidaysEmployee Assistance Program5 day work week, voluntary Overtime, Overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per weekAbout Judd Wire, Inc.Judd Wire, a Sumitomo Electric Group Company, is a high technology wire company, specializing in the use of electron beam crosslinked thermosets for wire insulation. By applying irradiation crosslinking technology to insulating materials, Judd Wire meets the needs of the wire and cable industry for economical, high-performance products. Judd Wire manufactures electronic wire and cable in over 100 styles recognized by Underwriters Laboratory, Canadian Standards and/or Military Specifications.Judd Wire's two U.S. based factories are part of the Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. (SEI), the largest manufacturer of wire and cable in Japan that provides Judd Wire with access to their extensive network of research and product development facilities.