Operator

This position is the beginning Operator level and is responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation.

Requirements

• Strictly adheres to Company and plant safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping habits.
• Know and understand dryer mechanics.
• Break down, clean, set up and start extruders.
• Perform tooling changes (set ups) on dies and restart extruder in an efficient and safe manner.
• Must be able to identify the shop orders, redbooks and all related documents, including key dimension sheets and drawings.
• Knows and understands the operation of downstream equipment.
• Identify types of materials utilized in the production of parts.
• Identify all screw and head types.
• Knows and understands the mechanics of the vacuum loading system and blending units.
• Produce parts in the medium difficulty range with little help that meet quality specifications at or above specified rates.
• Identify the correct material in accordance with the Shop Order and produce a quality part.
• Develop speed and accuracy in machine tear down and set up.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.