Extrusion Technician (1st Shift)

About the Role

This non-supervisory position, located in Delavan, Wisconsin, will care for all machine-specific functions such as startup, configuring the equipment, loading, and operating the machines, changeover, shutdown, preventative maintenance, and optimizing the machine capability. Technicians will ensure that assigned machines are running to their full capacity, oversee and perform light maintenance, and perform quality checks to drive Continental Plastic (CPC) profitability and achieve organizational KPI's and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, responsibilities include:

• Performing necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment.
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and production orders to perform required tasks such as tasks to set up, load materials, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, clean, and complete preventive maintenance on assigned machines.
• Setting up and operating single or multiple production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
• Checking machine output and identify any issues. Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications.
• Boxing tubes, filling out tags, inspect and gauge tubes.
• Observing and assessing tubes, communicate and recommend changes and adjustments.
• Keeping updated records on all machine information and activity, defective units, and final output.
• Communicate with team members and support staff across shifts, to ensure continuous production of quality parts with minimal waste.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess the following education, training, and experience:

• High school diploma/GED with at least 6 months of machine operating experience (preferably in extrusion) in an industrial setting.
• Coursework should be supplemented with mechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge level of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods involved in machining processes and applicable safety and OSHA requirements.
• Must be able to attain forklift licensure.
• Ability to build positive team relationships and achieve outcome-oriented objectives; working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (LEAN Enterprise) with a holistic viewpoint.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, setting priorities and managing time effectively and the ability to work independently, managing job orders and deadlines while maintaining an awareness of other business dependencies, when completing assigned duties.

Schedule

1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.

Pay

Salary requirements are to be submitted with application.