Extruder Operator I - 3rd Shift

Position Summary

Basic scope assignments include set-up and operation of extrusion and other associated equipment. Has responsibility for quality of production.

Essential Functions

• Make complete line set-ups on jobs from changes and specifications; set laser to specification of product to be run.
• Operate line maintaining proper speeds, adjustments, traverses, and let-off brakes, etc. to ensure a quality product and production rates.
• Perform frequent inspections of product, both visually and through the use of PI tape and calipers.
• Record product and process parameters.
• Preform repairs to equipment and assist others in maintenance when major repairs to any equipment on assigned line are required.
• Complete all necessary records, reports, etc. as required.
• Prepare and attach material I.D. tag to pans or reels as required, giving particular attention to proper part number, job number, and quantity per pan or reel.
• Mix materials, load hoppers, and process scrap as required by operational needs.
• Keep extrusion line and surrounding area clean and orderly.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Value Stream Team Lead.
• Ability to work overtime as required, including extended shifts & weekends, to meet business needs.

Department Specific/Non-essential Functions

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment.
• Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk.
• Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.
• Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.
• Maintain production schedules.
• Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
• Other duties may be assigned at a later time.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED

Experience: Production work preferred but not required

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
• Sound decision making skills
• Good math, reading, writing skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Strong trouble shooting skills
• Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Skills/Competencies

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.
• Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks.
• Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/Carry up to 10 lbs: Occasional (1-33%)
• Lift/Carry 11-30 lbs: Occasional (1-33%)
• Bending: Frequent (34-66%)
• Twist/Turn: Frequent (34-66%)
• Reach Below Knee: Frequent (34-66%)
• Push/Pull: Continuous (67-100%)
• Squat/Kneel: Continuous (67-100%)
• Stand/Walk: Continuous (67-100%)
• Sit: None at All (0%)
• Lifting Above Shoulders: Continuous (67-100%)

Working Conditions

The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.
• Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels.
• Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection).
• Standing is required for extended periods of time.
• Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis.
• Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, including short-notice overtime and weekend coverage to meet business needs.
• The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.