Extruder Operator - Night Shift

Extruder Operator - Night Shift

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FONTANA, CA 92337

Salary Range $21.00 - $22.50 Hourly

The Extruder Operator is responsible for operating extrusion lines to manufacture pipe in accordance with established company specifications. This role includes performing production tasks, conducting visual inspections, and packaging finished products to ensure quality standards are consistently met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, orderly condition in compliance with THM and ISO standards.
• Meet all qualification requirements and follow Supervisor direction.
• Operate extruder machines, control panels, and make necessary adjustments to extrusion lines.
• Assist with machine changeovers.
• Measure pipe specifications, ensure tolerances using calipers and micrometers, and report issues to Supervisor and Quality Control.
• Identify visual defects in pipe and cut required Quality Control samples.
• Complete Production Inspection Reports, supporting documentation, and bi-hourly line checks; report any changes or abnormalities.
• Calculate and adjust puller speed, machine rate, and line speed accurately.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and repairs on equipment.
• Clean extruder and cooling tank water filters.
• Operate forklift to move finished product, boxes, materials, and supplies.
• Use safe work practices and report hazardous conditions.
• Train new or inexperienced employees as needed.
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience
• High school diploma or recognized equivalent, or
• At least 6 months of related experience/training, or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills
• None required.

Language Skills
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.

Mathematical Skills
• Ability to calculate fractions, percentages, decimals, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Reasoning Ability
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.

Physical Demands The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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