Operator-Extrusion

BASIC 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.

Pay: $19.75

Shift: Night

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operate 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 conditions
* Use a computer system to set run conditions and adjust as necessary within SOC
* Perform Line start up and Line shut down
* Understand and safely operate extruders
* Follow all training documents or standard operating procedures (SOP) to safely and efficiently operate the line
* Ability to use production reporting systems to fulfill job functions
* Always safely operate lab equipment
* Understand all quality lab equipment and be able to operate and adjust as necessary to safely test film samples.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
* Assist 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 area
* Complete all required computer and paperwork
* Participate in scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities
* Operation of motorized handling devices including Lift truck, walk behind, core extractors, and electric pallet jack
* Wears 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.

* Strong mechanical aptitude is desired.
* Must be able to follow our safety guidelines.
* High School diploma or equivalency
* Must have good communication skills both personal and via Email
* Must have the ability to troubleshooting skills
* Must have good judgment with decision making in regards to Safety and Quality.
* Ability to work additional overtime if required to get the job tasks completed

Physical Activity Requirements
The employee is required on 12 hour shift to:
* 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.

* 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