EXTRUSION OPERATOR

Job TitleExtrusion Line OperatorJob DescriptionShift: Night Shift Premium Amount: $1.20 Pay Rate: $25.75Basic Function To operate an extrusion line in a safe and orderly manner within Standard Operating Conditions. To manufacture a quality product in the most efficient manner possible.Schedule: 12-hour Shift continuous shiftEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate equipment to produce finished goods to production specifications.Understand and be able to safely STOP equipment during normal conditions and during an emergency.Set Machine up to SOC using the appropriate conditionsUse a computer system to set run conditions and adjust as necessary within SOCPerform Line start up and Line shut downUnderstand and safely operate extrudersFollow all training documents or standard operating procedures (SOP) to safely and efficiently operate the lineAbility to use production reporting systems to fulfill job functionsAlways safely operate lab equipmentUnderstand all quality lab equipment and be able to operate and adjust as necessary to safely test film samples.Other RequirementsAssist Process Engineer, Maintenance and Shift Supervisor in trouble shooting.Follow the production schedule as issued by production control.Maintain excellent housekeeping and recycling practices in your work areaComplete all required computer and paperworkParticipate in scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM) activitiesOperation of motorized handling devices including Lift truck, walk behind, core extractors, and electric pallet jackWears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Personal Food Safety (PFS): Beard/Hair Net, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes. Also wear any additional safety PPE as required.Qualifications• Must be able to follow our safety guidelines.• High School diploma or equivalency (required)• Strong mechanical aptitude is desired.• Measurement or gauging experience (preferred) or must successfully complete training on same and perform work effectively.• Requires basic reading, writing and math skills.• Must be able to read and comprehend English and correctly identify numbers.• Must demonstrate good communication skills both personal and via email• Must demonstrate troubleshooting skills• Must have good judgment with decision making in regard to Safety and Quality.• Ability to complete production related documentation on both computer and paper forms (Excel, Word)• Ability to work additional overtime if required to get the job tasks completed (required)• Self-motivated and ability to make decisions and work well with minimal oversight• 2-3 years of manufacturing equipment operation experience (preferred)• At least one year of continuous service at a manufacturing facility (required).Physical Activity RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to perform on up to a 12 hour shift to:stand – 70+%walk – 70+%sit – 10%reach overhead – 10%kneel – 10%bend – 30%climb stairs – 10%must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds overhead to a height of 72 inches repeatedly over a 12-hour shift.Specific vision abilities required by this job include average vision, color and depth perception.Benefits and Perks401(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