Extrusion Operator

Extrusion Operator Now Hiring | Temple, TX Compensation: Pay rate starting at $21.02-22.44 per hour Available Shifts: 7:30am-4:00pm 3:30pm-12:00pm - shift premium $1.00 per hour 11:30pm-8:00am - shift premium $1.25 per hour Text to Apply Number: 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Extrusion Operator consistently and safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine Provide innovative solutions for production issues Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required Qualifications: Experience working in a manufacturing environment as a Setup Operator or Extrusion Machine Operator Ability to show up for work prior to shift and be prepared to get the day going on time Strong problem solving and troubleshooting experience working with Extrusion Machines Excellent communication skills, detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency Analytical and math skills Ability to perform quality checks and have an understanding of production measurement tools Knowledge of product quality standards Comfortable wearing PPE such as hairnets, beard-nets, steel toed shoes/boots, ear protection and bump-caps when required Manual dexterity Company Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.