Extrusion Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking Extrusion Operators to operate tubing extrusion equipment and support production, coiling, inspection, and packaging operations in a cleanroom manufacturing environment. This role involves operating machinery, monitoring production quality, troubleshooting basic equipment issues, and maintaining accurate production records.

The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, safety-conscious, and capable of meeting production targets while following established procedures and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate tubing extrusion machines and related production equipment.
• Start machines from a powered-off state and monitor equipment during production.
• Support extrusion, tubing coiling, and packaging operations.
• Complete machine setups and work orders using electronic batch records, data acquisition, and inventory management systems.
• Monitor gauges, dials, machine settings, and production output to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify machine faults, clear equipment jams, reset machines, and escalate technical issues when necessary.
• Perform in-process inspections and testing, including applicable tubing, silicone, heparin, and packaging tests.
• Complete production records, work order documentation, and required computer entries.
• Weigh, count, package, and label finished products accurately.
• Perform tubing size and coil changeovers as required.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and maintain clean, organized equipment and work areas.
• Support 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members to address safety, quality, and production concerns.
• Work overtime when required and perform other assigned duties.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and product quality.
• Ability to operate assigned processes independently after training.
• Ability to maintain production pace and meet shift targets.
• Willingness to complete required internal training, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ability to use a computer or touchscreen to enter production data.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and operate multiple simple machines.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–12 months of relevant experience; entry-level candidates are welcome.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, extrusion, or packaging experience.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Work in a cleanroom environment and wear required PPE, including smocks, hairnets, shoe covers, hearing protection, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Perform visual inspections with or without magnification tools.
• Stand or sit for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Repetitively move and lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs.
• Communicate effectively and follow production and safety instructions throughout the shift.

Additional Information

• Rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
• No travel required.
• Overtime may be available or required based on production needs.

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