Silicone Extrusion Operator - 1st Shift Job Mansfield area,Texas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position Summary

Operate silicone extruders and monitor for proper product quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review schedule for production requirements and plan job duties accordingly.

Mill silicone per specification and prep hose for extrusion.

Set up extruder for vertical, horizontal extruded wrap and horizontal manual wrap according to manufacturing specifications.

Cut and send test samples to lab for product quality control.

Measure actual OD of base hose, review maximum/minimum OD for silicone covered hose and review wall thickness requirement.

Record all necessary data for traceability and conformance to specifications.

Provide Hose Coiling with reeled products for inspection.

Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion, follow 5s practices.

Know and practice all safety regulations and quality guidelines.

Report production issues to Direct Lead.

Perform work of an equal or lower classification.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.

Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.

Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5‑S.

Other duties may be assigned at a later time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education required: High School diploma or GED

Experience: One (1) year experience in manufacturing facility preferred

Preferred Skills/

Qualifications:

Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
Sound decision making skills
Good math, reading, writing skills
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Strong troubleshooting skills
Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention
Ability to work well in a team environment

Skills/

Competencies:

Basic computer skills

Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes to take appropriate action.

Vision:
Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks.

Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail.

Physical Requirements: Typical tasks include lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, twisting, reaching, pulling, and walking. Occasional tasks may involve heavier lifting and prolonged standing.

Assessment: Employee must pass pre‑employment screening.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE

Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee may be subject to:

High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.

Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels.

Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)

Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting performed on a regular basis.

Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions.

Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime.

The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100%…