Extrusion​/Expansion Operator Details

Position: Extrusion/Expansion Operator Job Details | Mattr
Why Join Mattr?

* Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options (Blue Cross Blue Shield & VSP)

* Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly company contributions
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match, vested from day one

* Incentive bonus plans + paid vacation & sick leave

* Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance

* Wellness incentives

* Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue
365, Life Mart & more)

* Year-round permanent work at one location with tools, PPE & safety training

* Onsite parking + staff social events

Position Summary:

The Expansion/Extrusion Operator is responsible for operating, and maintaining all functions within the department, including the extrusion, expansion, and rewinding. This position will work as part of a team that will flex to other jobs according to production demands.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Monitor and supervise machine production in the expansion/extrusion area.

* Changeover and start-up the machinery; initiate and complete shift-to-shift handoff with other operators.

* Responsible for spooling rewind function.

* Complete all paperwork to accurately record material and labor usage as required.

* Support and assist with maintenance and servicing machines.

* Monitor dimensions and quality as part of the worker self-inspection.

* Notifies supervisor of equipment malfunction and works with maintenance if necessary to identify appropriate repairs.

* Routinely checking and complying with work instructions and process parameters.

* Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and work instructions.

* Participate in projects to improve machines and processes as part of the company's internal continuous improvement management system.

* Participate in the planning and implementation of Health Safety & Environmental (HSE)
-relevant measures (health, safety and environment) to promote an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) workspace.

* Ensure full adherence to the "Leader Standard Work" profile.

* Operate all equipment in a safe and effective manner.

* Provide training to new and/or junior employees with a focus on training to the SOP, performing work in a safe &efficient manner, and product quality within control limits and/or specifications as required.

* Other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge &

Skills:

* Ability to read gages, perform measurements, calculate differences to specification, and percentages.

* Computer and data entry skills of production metrics into production tracking systems.

* Manual dexterity, high willingness to learn and self-motivation.

* Ability to learn new processes and programs as required for the job.

* Ability to work independently and in a team with enthusiasm and reliability.

* Ability to learn Lean principles.

* Ability to learn how to interpret and respond to SPC charts.

* Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.

* Knowledge of materials, production processes and quality control.

* Active listening and verbal communication skills.

* Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing dynamics.

* Visual ability to examine or inspect material.

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, order jackets, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Physical Requirements:

* Standing for sustained periods of time.

* Making substantial movements/motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

* Frequently lifting and/or moving spools weighing up to 50 lbs.

* Occasionally required to sit; climb and stoop, kneel or crouch.

Education & Experience:

* High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

* Post secondary education preferred (i.e., college or trade school).

* Previous Manufacturing experience required.

* Experience handling mechanical measuring equipment required.

* Experience setting up and operating production equipment required.

* Previous extrusion, blow molding, or injection molding experience preferred.

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