Production Operator (Extrusion) (REQ792)

General Summary

The Crawfordsville operation of Crawford Industries, now part of Spartech, LLC, is seeking an Extruder Operator to join their team. The Extrusion team produces plastic sheet for various applications including license plates, veterinary clinic lamp shades, signage, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Review the process sheet for each job assigned to confirm set-up and materials will yield the required product
• Set up and operate an extruder to produce quality sheet as specified on the process sheet at established rates within posted tolerances and free of streaks and contamination
• Perform safe start up and shut down of extrusion line as required
• Complete first piece inspection and hourly quality inspections verifying gauge, size, squareness, opacity, surface condition, and overall appearance of the sheet
• Work with Extrusion Utility on upcoming color or material changes
• Grind webbing from downstream operations when available as like colors are extruded
• Band skids as required and move loads to next work center as necessary
• Absorb and assist maintenance during roll changes
• Report mechanical problems to the Lead Extruder Operator, Extrusion Manager, and/or shift maintenance
• Accurately report all direct and indirect labor activities

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills
• Able to read and use a tape measure and micrometer
• Frequent lifting up to 60 pounds
• Able to work at heights and under adverse ambient temperature conditions
• Able to use a hand truck to move materials and move heavier loads with forklift
• Able to stand for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Life & Short/Long-term Disability insurance
• Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• 401k with Company Match

About the Role

This position reports to the Extrusion Manager. The Extrusion team specializes in extruding and converting flat plastic sheet, producing a variety of products for customers.

Schedule

Hours are typically full-time, with occasional overtime as needed.

Pay

Starting wages are $19 - $22 per hour.