Assistant Operator - Extrusion

The Assistant Operator - Extrusion is responsible for operating an extrusion line in a safe and orderly manner, manufacturing a quality product in the most efficient manner possible.

Requirements

• Operate equipment to produce finished goods to production specifications.
• Understand and be able to safely STOP equipment during normal conditions and during an emergency.
• Set Machine up to SOC using the appropriate conditions
• Use a computer system to set run conditions and adjust as necessary within SOC
• Perform Line start up and Line shut down
• Understand and safely operate extruders
• Follow all training documents or standard operating procedures (SOP) to safely and efficiently operate the line
• Ability to use production reporting systems to fulfill job functions
• Always safely operate lab equipment
• Understand all quality lab equipment and be able to operate and adjust as necessary to safely test film samples.
• Assist Process Engineer, Maintenance and Shift Supervisor in trouble shooting.
• Follow the production schedule as issued by production control.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and recycling practices in your work area
• Complete all required computer and paperwork
• Participate in scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities
• Operation of motorized handling devices including Lift truck, walk behind, core extractors, and electric pallet jack
• Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Personal Food Safety (PFS): Beard/Hair Net, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes. Also wear any additional safety PPE as required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance