Extrusion Operator

Job Description

E xtrusion Operator Associate|Mineral Wells, West Virginia|Now Hiring
Compensation Starting pay rate from $17.95 per hour -Paid Weekly- plus $1 shift differential!
Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*

Available Shift 6:00pm-6:00am
Text To Apply Number 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

• Tapes end of extruded article to reel spindle and starts machine that winds material onto revolving spindle.
• Measures extruded article with measuring wheel and cuts it to specified length, using a knife.
• Removes roll from spindle with a forklift and weighs roll on scale.
• Records length and weight on shipping tag.
• Saws scrap tubes and rods into lengths for grinding in hammer mill.
• Mixes thermoplastic materials, according to formula, for feeding extrusion machine.
• Set up extrusion machine by inputting information into a computer console, set roll gaps to precise sizes, and ensures quality control is production grade.
• Maintains all extrusion machines to ensure that all working parts are in alignment.
• Troubleshoots all areas and working parts of the extrusion machine.
• Installs dies, mandrels, containers, heating coils, press tools, extrusion heads, and run out bridging in press, using hand tools.
• Regulates rate of extrusion to prevent metal rupture and adherence of metal to container walls.
• Record data, such as crew time, number of billets used, and items processed.
• Housekeeping daily.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in Extrusion.
• Able to accurately input all formulas and recipes into a computer console.
• Able to work in a team environment and provide support to other departments to meet production goals.

Company Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs
• Training and Development opportunities

Community Engagement

• Supports organizations promoting sustainability initiatives or addressing food and hunger needs
• Encourages facility level support of activities in the communities where employees live and work

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Committed to providing equal employment opportunity
• Accommodations for individuals with disabilities