Extruder Operator- Nights

About the Role

Zip-Pak, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW), is seeking extruder machine operators to operate plastic extrusion lines in a clean, safe, temperature-controlled work environment. This position involves 12-hour shifts (7pm-7am) on a 2-2-3 day schedule with alternating weekends off.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plastic extrusion lines to produce quality product within specifications at or above productivity targets (line speed, uptime, and yield).
• Quality:
  • Utilize judgment in acceptable variance from specifications.
  • Ensure proper equipment set-up.
  • Perform and record quality checks.
  • Communicate troubleshooting efforts with team members, supervision, and maintenance.
  • Assure proper quantities are run (no significant over/under runs).
• Changeovers and Line Cleaning:
  • Perform line changeovers.
  • Perform line cleaning.
  • Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Packaging:
  • Properly box product.
  • Ensure product is identified correctly and legibly.
  • Utilize correct pallet configuration.
  • Assure pallet is secure and identified correctly and legibly.
• Safety/Housekeeping:
  • Understand and observe all safety precautions, rules, and regulations.
  • Understand and observe all HACCP and SQF regulations.
  • Keep the area around the line clean.
  • Report all safety hazards to supervisor.
• Paperwork:
  • Complete all required paperwork properly and legibly.
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail, computer skills, accuracy, and data entry.
• Teamwork:
  • Assist other operators with spool handling, changeovers, and line cleaning.
  • Participate on task forces and committees as requested.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Extrusion experience desirable but not necessary.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Stable work history.
• Mechanical aptitude and good troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to walk, bend, squat, twist, and have close vision.

Pay

The hourly range for a Machine Operator 1 (night shift) is $20.00 to $22.00, plus an additional $1.00 shift premium. The pay rate for a successful candidate in the Atlanta metro area will depend on qualifications and prior experience.

Schedule

12-hour shifts (7pm-7am) on a 2-2-3 day schedule with alternating weekends off.