Extruder Operator B

Job Title

Perform duties to assist in the setup and operation of multiple polyethylene extrusion machines and auxiliary equipment to produce film to meet quality and production requirements within the extruder department as stated in ISO 9001:2008 work instructions.

Job Description

Shift: Night Shift Premium Amount: $1.00 Pay Rate: $19.00

ROLE PURPOSE: Perform duties to assist in the setup and operation of multiple polyethylene extrusion machines and auxiliary equipment to produce film to meet quality and production requirements within the extruder department as stated in ISO 9001:2008 work instructions.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist in the startup and operation of extruders to minimize downtime or disruption of schedule. Work from assigned schedule, or work orders, and assist in making decisions as to the sequence of setups and processes within recognized methods and procedures.
• Obtain work instructions and follow prescribed procedures to assist in setting or monitoring a limited number of barrel, auger, extruder and related forming / winding controls such as pressure, speed, tension, and heat. Assist in moving and positioning nip rollers, winder shafts, and hot knives as required for proper operation. Assist in arranging scrap recovery rolls or containers in proper feed position. Perform all necessary machine adjustments, including die adjustments, blender settings, etc.
• Operate equipment or monitor continuing operations to maintain proper flow of raw and scrap film material and forming, cutting, and winding operations. Remove completed work, make tolerance and/or measurement checks as required. Identify material, weigh, and place in designated storage or work area.
• When required, assist maintenance in installation and testing of new or existing equipment. Will perform other similar or related duties as assigned or directed, including cleaning machinery and work areas.
• Advise supervision or maintenance of malfunctions resulting in defective material, ie. wrinkles, gels, blocking, port lines, splits, discoloration or other related problems.
• Maintain and update assigned records. Assure that time and production information is properly recorded on required forms. Access work instructions as prescribed by the ISO 9001:2008 standard.
• Ability to fill-in for Extruder "A" and Extruder "C" role as needed. Follow all prescribed safety rules. Perform other similar or related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Ability to operate a forklift and material handling equipment 2. Ability to lift a maximum weight of 75 pounds as needed 3. Ability to operate A computer terminal 4. Satisfactory Extruder "B" skills test 5. Previous Extruder "C" and "B" experience 6. High school graduate or equivalent

Benefits 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