Line Operator 1st- Shift Job Clinton area,Tennessee USA,Manufacturing / Production

Company

Dura-Line, an Orbia Business

Job Title

Line Operator

Location

Clinton, TN

Schedule

Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:15pm

Starting Pay

$17.50 per hour + $1.50 per hour shift differential

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity. Dura-Line is the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, creating pathways that connect people and information worldwide. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality, sustainability, and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to advance life around the world.

Duties

and Responsibilities

Monitor operating parameters of the extruders.
Make necessary adjustments to extruder, die, water, or vacuum on a production line to ensure the highest quality product attainable.
Ensure pipe is marked with proper print line as specified in the Quality Manual.
Ensure pipe dimensions are within tolerance including wall thickness, outside diameter, length, and overall appearance.
Inform Supervisor or Lead of any changes in specification of pipe.
Perform SDR and size changes including the setup and changeover of production lines with Supervisor or Lead.
Stack and/or bundle finished products.
Responsible for on-line Quality Control.
Document all dimensions of product on Production reports in a neat, accurate, and timely format.
Maintain a working environment free of unnecessary equipment and materials.
Comply with, support, and promote all Dura-Line safety policies.
Complete all tasks assigned by the immediate Supervisor.

Experience and Education Requirements

Reading, writing, and mathematical competency testing required.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Reliable, self‑motivated, and quick learner.
Knowledge and understanding of the job duties of downstream operators, material handlers, and reel builders.
Knowledge and understanding of the smooth core procedures and operation.
Working knowledge of extruders, printers, reelers, vacuum systems, chiller systems, resin systems, pullers, quality control standards, and product specifications.
Valid lift truck/forklift license.

Working Environment and

Physical Requirements

Ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise.
Ability to work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
Ability to remain in a stationary position 80-100% of the time. Must squat, bend, or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.
Ability to operate hand and pneumatic powered strapping tools. Must also be able to use chains, slings, and hooks.
Ability to operate keyboard on microprocessor equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance.
Ability to push and pull pipe stalks and coils weighing up to 60 pounds with reasonable assistance.
Ability to climb stairs or ladders and work on elevated platforms.
Ability to get into and out of lift trucks and other mobile equipment.
Must be continually alert to mobile machinery.
Must be able to cope with the pressures of extrusion equipment that runs continuously in a 24‑hour period.
Must be able to understand and retain safety subject training.
One year of manufacturing production experience is preferred.

Benefits

2nd Shift - 3:00pm-11:15pm, Monday-Friday
IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits on the first day.
Sign‑on bonus: $500 in 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days!
Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura‑Line. You are fully vested on day 1.
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability
Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).
ENDLESS professional growth potential with our global family of Orbia companies.
BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire.

The compensation for this position will typically start at $17.50 an hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, experience,…