Extrusion Operator Trainee Days

Job Summary

To set-up and operate necessary equipment to produce a custom extruded profile that will meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to set-up equipment (dies, screws, downline equipment, etc.) to make line production capable.
• Be able to start up all machinery and equipment while making any adjustments necessary to obtain a high quality extruded product.
• Assume responsibility for safety and housekeeping by following all safety rules, reporting safety hazards, and maintaining a clean work area.
• Assume responsibility for quality of extruded products by completing check sheets, color checks, SPC (Statistical Process Controls) computer data entry, and any other special reports that may be required.
• Assume responsibility for packaging quality by insuring that required packing materials are available and products are packed correctly.
• Assist in the training of new trainees by sharing knowledge and information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education and/or Experience

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Some manufacturing and/or technical experience desirable.
• Must be able to use a tape measure, length gauge, and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and various quality gauges.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude and acceptable math skills (i.e., division, multiplication, fraction to decimal conversion, etc.).
• Must possess basic knowledge of raw materials (virgin, regrinds, colorants, etc.) used in extrusion process.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Displays consistent desire to do more than is asked to help coordinate processes in order to get the job done.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and time sensitive work that can change rapidly.
• Able to work while standing for long periods.
• Able to lift and move heavy (70 lbs.) equipment and supplies.
• Able to work all shifts as needed.

Benefits

• 3 medical plans.
• Optional voluntary benefits – Dental, Vision, Life, Accident insurance and more.
• The company pays for a portion of these benefits.
• 401k Retirement Plan- Company matching.
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus.
• Casual Dress Code (Jeans, t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts... ect).
• Paid Time Off- Prorated during employees first year of employment.
• Annual $100 shoe allowance for safety toed shoes.
• Matrix- Employee Assistance Program.