Lead Line Operator/Lead Extrusion Technician (Garden Street)

Lead Line Operator/Lead Extrusion Technician (Garden Street)

At Dura-Line, we aspire to create a more connected world, because we believe every company, every community, every person deserves the chance to advance their lives through better access to high-speed broadband. We take pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and being recognized a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies across the world. In one year, Dura-Line produced over 1.4 billion feet of digital network infrastructure. Dura-Line creates what connects us. Every time you pick up your cell phone, log into the internet, or use your i-anything, it's because our HDPE pathways protect that delicate string of glass called a fiber optic cable that carries everything from precious pictures of your puppy to the latest sports scores. Your safety, health, family, work, entertainmentyour whole life; that's our connection. We are urgently hiring a Lead Line Operator (Lead Extrusion Technician) in our Elyria, Ohio Facility on Garden Street.

STARTING PAY: $27.00/HR plus $2 Shift Differential

Position Overview:

• Schedule: B Shift 6:45pm-7am; 2-2-3 rotation
• Location: 860 Garden St, Elyria, OH 44035

Summary of Function:

The Lead Line Operator is responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor in monitoring the production processes, equipment, and personnel to ensure maximum safety, efficiency, and quality.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate standards for process times, settings, and specifications to ensure optimal output and quality.
• Track performance results and provide feedback to staff and the Extrusion Supervisor
• Perform routine checks of equipment, materials, and product; take or recommend action as needed
• Monitor extruder operating parameters
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment through 5S audits and adherence to safety policies
• Support production troubleshooting and resolve processing issues
• Assist with production work, including operating lines as needed
• Train operators on equipment, procedures, and adjustments
• Support selection of production auxiliary equipment
• Participate in plant activities, including training, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives

Educational and Experience Requirements:

• 1 year of equipment/machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently; Bi-lingual a Plus!
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required

Occupational and Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk long distances on the plant floor for 8 to 12 hours on a shift.
• Occasional climbing, reaching, squatting, and bending to operate and fix equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry, push/pull up to 50lbs multiple times per shift with or without reasonable assistance
• Ability to use hand tools: electric saw, air nail gun, hammer, banding equipment, crow bar

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Non-Climate Controlled Facility
• Work in an environment that may be exposed to external elements (hot and cold temperatures) and occasional loud noises.
• Capable of wearing required PPE (eyes, ears, feet, etc.) for entire shift.

What We Offer:

• Benefits offered on the FIRST DAY OF HIRE!! (MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION)
• SIGN-ON BONUS OFFERED AFTER HIRE: $500 after 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days = $1,500!!!!!
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match! PLUS the company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan-eligible pay!!!!!!
• The opportunity to participate in a quarterly bonus program that is driven by both company and individual achievements, and our unwavering commitment to safety.
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability-YES!!!!!!
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability-YES!!!!!!
• Employer Paid Life Insurance-YES!!!!!!
• Work Life Balance-YES!!!!!
• Team Oriented Environment-YES!!!!!
• Accrue up to 120 hours of Paid Time-Off!!!!!
• Accrue 56 hours of annual sick pay!!!
• Paid Parental Leave-YES!!!
• Fitness & Weight Loss Reimbursement-YES!!!!
• Steel Toe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement (Prescription required)
• Employee Recognition and Safety Program-YES!!!!!!
• Tuition Reimbursement* *Tuition reimbursement you must be a full-time employee and complete one continuous year of employment. You will receive $5,000 a year for undergrad and $7,500 a year for grad.

Apply on our website at: Join Our Growing Team Today! Thank you for your Interest...we look forward to hearing from YOU! LET'S SHARE THE SUCCESS & WIN TOGETHER!