Extrusion Machine Operator

Extrusion machine operators provide support to extrusion manufacturing operations to ensure a consistent, standardized manufacturing process is established and followed. Extrusion operators are essential to the making of thermoplastic materials, a process in which extrusion machines heat the material so that it becomes moldable before letting it cool to a final specification. An extrusion operator is responsible for setting up and controlling extrusion machines and maintaining their cleanliness and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

includes the following.

Follow work orders per ISO standard work instructions, including:

Verify correct orders/material are being run (style, color, stamp, labeling, packaging)
Set up and operate equipment to produce multi-layer premium hose (inner, mid and cover layers over braided reinforcement)
Perform operator-level equipment care and cleaning, and submit repairs to Maintenance through MaintainX;
Lockout/Tagout and any work inside guarding are performed by authorized personnel only Ensure all changeovers are correct and efficient

Ensure created products meet required specifications

Disassemble, clean and reassemble dies, and change screen packs and spiral thread packs

Unload completed reels, load empty reels, and label and stage finished reels

Complete required quality checks and production records, and adjust the process to keep product within specification

Obtain all necessary supplies and ensure all supplies are in place when needed

Collaborate with coworkers to determine work allocation, tasks, and execution timelines

Assist in the training of coworkers to operate and troubleshoot various manual and automated machines

Proactively communicate key information to shift leads

Scan and complete work orders, put away finished goods, and move and rotate stock (FIFO) using an RF scanner

Stop production and notify the Supervisor of any non-conforming material, equipment fault, or unsafe condition

Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required

Current qualification to operate a forklift

Ability to use an RF scanner

Ability to read and understand work orders

Able to learn and remember warehouse bin locations

Self-directed and independent with strong communication skills

Trained and authorized on extrusion equipment and Lockout/Tagout before independent operation

Ability to wear and work in extrusion-area PPE for a full shift, including heat-resistant gloves, face shield or safety glasses, sleeves and cut-resistant gloves

Ability to follow standard work instructions and to complete quality records accurately and legibly

Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree in technical, manufacturing, industrial, or engineering technology field

Previous experience with braiders, cutters, dies, pullers, accumulators and inline gauge measurement

Familiarity with statistical process control

Experience with multi-layer extrusion and with reading inline tube size and reel weight measurement systems

Previous extrusion machine operation experience0-1 year of relevant experience

Physical Requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift, push, pull and move up to 55 lbs.

Ability to use hoists, clamp trucks, and other designated lifting equipment for dies, reels and spiral thread packs

Ability to work near hot surfaces and molten compound while wearing heat-resistant PPEAbility to work in both warm and cool environments

Ability to use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects

Ability to react quickly using hands, fingers, or feet Ability to make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists

Ability to move arms and legs quickly

Ability to…