Extrusion Operator jobs in North Carolina

PURPOSE : The Operator is responsible for keeping the extrusion line running efficiently. Checking resin quantity and type behind each active extruder on a continuous basis.

JOB DUTIES :

• Understand and follow safe work practices
• Bring materials and cut cores
• Check resin levels
• Check and verify silo connections at start of shift against the work order to ensure correct resin usage
• Assist with change over, start-ups, and shut downs
• Web the line
• Perform quality control checks and document results on quality check sheet
• Cycle and unload winders
• Enter production and downtime information into the DCU. Make and print finished goods labels for inventory.
• Document downtime and production on production report
• Weigh / stage production
• Take care of extrusion lines while operator is busy or on break
• Properly clean out resin system
• Drive forklift
• Maintain area in clean and organized manner
• Wrap pallets
• Know how to operate bale machine
• Perform other related duties as directed by the appropriate party, including but not limited to : housekeeping and assisting other employees in the performance of their jobs.
• Work in a team environment and conduct yourself in a professional manner when working with other employees and / or contractors.
• Ensure Safe Manufacturing Practices are being followed on daily basis.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE / EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to do basic math
• Ability to read a tape measure

ABILITIES REQUIRED :

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods on hard surfaces
• Ability to climb 60 feet
• Ability to perform in an environment that is not climate-controlled

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle and feel.

The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel and / or crouch.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance and color vision.

Last updated : 2024-06-04