Extruder Operator

Position Description

Title: Cast Line Operator
Department: Converting/Extrusion
Immediate Supervisor: Manufacturing Supervisor
Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Duties

• Prepares line for shift by ensuring an ample supply of materials is on hand or is readily accessible for the efficient operation of the line
• Sets up the line by operating the equipment to form the web, threading the line, and pulling the plastic film through the winders
• Adjusts the line to correct specifications by setting necessary controls and process conditions
• Maintains quality under continuously changing conditions by adjusting die bolts, Extrol controls, edge pinning, winder settings, and other process settings to ensure quality of film produced
• Conducts quality tests by checking film samples for proper prestretch, stretch force, cling, puncture and gauge as compared to quality specifications. Records results of tests and makes adjustments to process/equipment as required
• Periodically verifies rollweights against target and records those roll weights on Cast Winder Check sheet
• Ensures that recipe verifications are completed at the start of each shift and after every product change
• Ensures that all product is properly packaged, correctly labeled, tagged and putaway
• Participates in the correct application of the “Hold Card” for all nonconforming product, including initial investigation of cause
• Operates automatic core cutter
• Operates railcar unloader
• Operates baler and denisifer as assigned
• Operates grinder and repelletizer as assigned
• Weigh, label, tag, and identify all scrap correctly and properly locate

Essential Skills And Experience

• High school or general education degree (GED)
• 1+ years of production experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees
• Ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight, length, and time measurement
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding and experience to make decisions regarding rolls that do not meet quality standards, machine adjustments to maintain quality, machine start up and shut down
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds

Why Choose IPG?

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities.