Extruder Operator- Mon-Thursday 7pm-7am

Primary Responsibilities

• Safety
  • Operate equipment in compliance with Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) and all plant safety protocols.
  • Actively participate in Zero Harm and Hardie’s Management Operating System (HMOS).
  • Adhere to all PPE requirements, including eye protection, hearing protection, work boots (steel-toed, ankle-high), gloves, etc.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Operate forklifts in accordance with training to support material supply for the production line.
  • Follow guidelines related to dress code (e.g., no loose clothing, jewelry, or shorts).
• Quality
  • Perform in-process part inspections and collaborate with Quality Control to contain non-conforming products.
  • Make necessary adjustments to ensure products meet specification requirements.
  • Accurately and promptly enter production and quality metrics.
• Production
  • Retrieve and stage materials for line setup.
  • Set up multiple dies and calibrators as required.
  • Disassemble, clean, and reassemble extrusion tooling and calibrators.
  • Operate a minimum of two production lines, including loading, assembly, packaging, and quality checks.
  • Change haul-off pads and monitor melt appearance in vents, adjusting temperatures as needed.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve basic mechanical issues on production lines.
  • Execute equipment changeovers and line start-up/shutdown procedures per training and process card.
  • Maintain accurate production logs and daily reporting.
  • Communicate effectively with operators across shifts.
  • Meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) goals.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Support maintenance personnel during repair activities when needed.
  • Provide backup support to Production Assistants.
  • Deliver on-the-job training to new hires.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions in English.
• Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs multiple times per day.
• Ability to climb ladders and work on elevated surfaces.
• Ability to become certified in forklift operation.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing stairs.
• Regular use of hands for handling tools and machinery.
• Requires use of specific vision abilities, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment includes noise, dust, and the use of industrial equipment.
• Requires adherence to HMOS, 5S standards for workplace organization, and Standard Work.

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

Pay: $21–$23 per hour plus a 6% night-shift differential