Production Operator-Extruder and Auto Drill (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

We are seeking a safety-focused, detail-oriented Ram Extrusion Line Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate and monitor the ram extrusion process to produce finished and semi-finished products that meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer specifications. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, manufacturing experience, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the Ram Extrusion Line, including equipment startup, shutdown, and production changeovers.
• Monitor the extrusion process to ensure products meet quality, dimensional, and performance specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues involving temperature, cooling, feed rates, resin flow, and product quality.
• Load, monitor, refill, and exchange resin bins to maintain continuous production.
• Operate the AutoDrill, including setup, tooling changes, cleaning, changeovers, and quality inspections.
• Read and interpret manufacturing orders, blueprints, work instructions, and product specifications.
• Perform in-process quality inspections using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and other gauges.
• Verify calibration of measuring equipment and accurately complete production documentation and Data Collection Sheets (DCS).
• Process, document, and properly dispose of production scrap in accordance with company procedures.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport raw materials and finished products safely.
• Complete required transactions in the M3 ERP system.
• Perform routine housekeeping and maintain an organized work area using 5S principles.
• Identify equipment issues, communicate maintenance needs, and submit work orders as required.
• Follow all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing, production, extrusion, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
• Experience with M3 or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, manufacturing instructions, and product specifications.
• Basic computer proficiency and strong mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers.
• Basic understanding of quality control principles and inspection techniques.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the work shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds (or as required by the position).
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, moving machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay

The salary for this position is $22.70 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day 1.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Curated self-paced learning & development programs for all employees.
• Uniforms provided, with reimbursements for boots and safety glasses.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus.