Extrusion Operator Trainee Nights

Department: Production • Reports to: Manufacturing Manager • Employment Status: Hourly Non-Exempt (12-Hour Rotating Shifts)

About Engineered Profiles

We are a mid-sized, privately owned company valuing professional growth and personal development. Engineered Profiles is seeking mechanically inclined individuals we can train to run Plastic Extrusion lines. Through completion of our training matrix and strong job performance, our most skilled extrusion operators can make up to $33 an hour. Starting pay is based on the level of experience a candidate has and will be assessed through a test given by one of our process technicians. Our shifts run on a two-week rotating schedule (basically two days on, two days off, with three-day weekends). We're a 24/7 environment.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment (dies, screws, downline equipment, etc.) to make line production capable.
• 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 ensuring 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and time-sensitive work that can change rapidly.
• Must be 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.

Pay

$18.00 - $22.05 / hr (Night Shift + 10% Shift Differential).

Schedule

Nights: 5:50pm – 6am (12-Hour Rotating Shifts).

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 with company matching.
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus.
• Casual Dress Code (jeans, t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts, etc.).
• Paid Time Off (prorated during employee’s first year of employment).
• Annual $100 shoe allowance for safety-toed shoes.
• Matrix Employee Assistance Program.