Machine Operator - Day Shift

Machine Operator 1 - Day Shift

Full-time Position Type:
Permanent Shift: Day Shift

Base Pay: $22.50 per hour

Day Shift: 7 am - 7 pm on a 2-2-3 Schedule

Benefits Start Day 1

On Demand Pay (Access to Your Pay When You Need It)

Weekly Pay

Duties and Responsibilities

The Extrusion Associate 3 (EA3) is a training position through which Associates may advance to the Extrusion Associate 4 (EA4) position. Through this training position, associates will learn to operate extrusion lines and produce vinyl siding products and accessories: ensuring that extruder outputs are consistent with product specifications and that quality assurance standards are maintained by inspecting finished product for consistency.

Associates must be in the EA3 position for a minimum of 6 months and be able to pass proficiency tests to be eligible for promotion to the EA4 position. Associates that are unable to pass the proficiency tests for the EA 4 position within a 12 month period will be demoted back to the position held prior to becoming an EA3.

Associate must learn to verify operational status of all equipment on assigned line according to start-up check list

Maintain extruder and all peripheral line equipment settings (embosser, sterlco, dies, MRF, etc.) to produce outputs that are consistent with product specifications

Perform Quality Assurance responsibilities that include conducting a variety of tests on finished product to determine product quality within an established range of performance

Notify Supervisory personnel of deviations for prompt and accurate correction(s)

Communicate with Maintenance Department and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor about machine malfunctions

Learn to Assist Extrusion Associate 4 with troubleshooting operational problems and adjust equipment to maintain consistency on the extrusion lines; inform QA Technician and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor(s) of problems or inefficiencies that cannot be corrected

Learn to Assist with extruder machine output changeovers (e.g., embossing drums, die sets) during the shift

Learn to conduct a variety of line/panel checks to determine product consistency, including panel thickness, width, length, radius, hook, nail hems, perforation, and weep holes

Perform housekeeping duties as needed such as clean up of water spills, knock-out build up in MRF cutter, and knock-out bins; maintain cleanliness of extrusion line and surrounding work area

Monitor Extrusion Associate 1s and 2s (Inspector/Packer) to ensure consistency and quality of product packed and application of proper packing techniques

Relieve line EA1s and EA2s for breaks

Develop communication skills so knowledge can be shared with previous and following shifts' Extrusion Associates about product quality, problems, and status of work in progress

Complete accurately and legibly all extrusion and quality assurance related paperwork (e.g. operational reports)

Refer to Production Schedule for color of product, product number and quantity to be produced

Locate Quality Assurance Specification from Lab to adhere to specifications for appropriate product

Perform all quality assurance checks according to schedule on Operational Report

Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked

Observe health and safety practices at all times

Accurately performs pre-start checks, including verifying all equipment is ready for start-up

Perform other related duties and assignments as required

Maintain supplies at workstation

Communicate with Material Handler(s) to move full warehouse racks

Aid with training of new personnel in extrusion and quality assurance areas. Assist with training of temporaries and new hires in Extrusion Associate 1, 2, and 3 positions

Floats to relieve Extrusion Associate 1s, 2s, 3s, and 4s for breaks

Attend weekly shift meetings and monthly All Hands Forum, if required

Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location

Notify Supervisor if proper tools are not furnished to complete job functions

Assist with production equipment maintenance

High School Graduate/GED

Six months of related or production experience is required. Must be able to perform the functions of an Extrusion Associate 1 and 2

Must be able to read, write and have working knowledge of machine mechanics. Must have good mechanical aptitude and above average math aptitude

Must possess common sense, positive attitude, and demonstrate excellent attendance

Must be quality and safety conscious, a team player

Must have good communication skills…