Production Operator-Extruder and Auto Drill; Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

## Production Operator-Extruder and Auto Drill (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)
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** Company:
** Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.
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* Job Description:

** We are seeking a safety-focused, detail-oriented Ram Extrusion Line Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate and monitor the ram extrusion process to produce finished and semi-finished products that meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer specifications. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, manufacturing experience, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
** Essential Responsibilities
*** Safely operate the Ram Extrusion Line, including equipment startup, shutdown, and production changeovers.
* Monitor the extrusion process to ensure products meet quality, dimensional, and performance specifications.
* Troubleshoot equipment and process issues involving temperature, cooling, feed rates, resin flow, and product quality.
* Load, monitor, refill, and exchange resin bins to maintain continuous production.
* Operate the Auto Drill, including setup, tooling changes, cleaning, changeovers, and quality inspections.
* Read and interpret manufacturing orders, blueprints, work instructions, and product specifications.
* Perform in-process quality inspections using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and other gauges.
* Verify calibration of measuring equipment and accurately complete production documentation and Data Collection Sheets (DCS).
* Process, document, and properly dispose of production scrap in accordance with company procedures.
* Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport raw materials and finished products safely.
* Complete required transactions in the M3 ERP system.
* Perform routine housekeeping and maintain an organized work area using 5S principles.
* Identify equipment issues, communicate maintenance needs, and submit work orders as required.
* Follow all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** Qualifications
* ** High school diploma or GED required.
* Previous manufacturing, production, extrusion, or machine operation experience preferred.
* Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
* Experience with M3 or other ERP systems is a plus.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, manufacturing instructions, and product specifications.
* Basic computer proficiency and strong mathematical skills.
* Demonstrated ability to accurately use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers.
* Basic understanding of quality control principles and inspection techniques.
* Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
* Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
* Physical Requirements
* Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the work shift.
* Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds (or as required by the position).
* Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, moving machinery, and industrial equipment.
* Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely…