Operator (TFE Extruder) -3rd Shift

About the role

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high. Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages. At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in “Turning polymers into possibilities.”

Responsibilities

• Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing
• Operator only runs one machine
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe
• Keep work area clean and free of debris
• Observe all safety rules and regulations
• Maintain good communications within the department

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively; push/pull approximately 11 lbs.; walk up and down stairs
• Perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products
• Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals
• Ability to read and write legibly
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position; any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet production objectives
• Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR
• Must meet WorkKeys/WIN requirements (Level 3 for Reading & Level 4 for Math)