Extrusion Technician

Job Basics

Final date to receive applications:

Location: USA - Northborough, MA

Sets up and operates extrusion equipment in Production to produce tubing/hose and profiles. Participates in engineering trials. Troubleshoots production issues. Works with engineering to be compliant to QMS as it pertains to new equipment qualifications.

• Runs extrusion line if necessary.

• Set‑ups and tear‑downs of extrusion lines including essential paperwork
• Starts extrusion lines and adjusts process to meet specifications.
• Communicates with Manufacturing Engineer on all tool damage and wear.
• Extruder and line cleaning and inspection, including tooling.
• Runs extrusion line if necessary.
• Basic trouble shooting techniques to bring product back to specification.

• Trains operators in line operation and inspection.
• Advanced trouble shooting techniques.
• Can identify root cause of extrusion problems and fix, i.e., material, equipment, process.
• Performs simple maintenance of equipment.
• Does not need supervision to run entire process and complete extrusion orders.
• Completes all paperwork with minimal to no errors.

• Trains Extrusion Technician 1.
• Works with NPD to run new product trials.
• Works with NPD to create process characterization and solve advanced technical extrusion problems.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers to determine root cause and solutions.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers to write up work instructions and assess process stability and cost savings.

Education and Experience

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• Silicone or Plastic extrusion or related experience.

• Level 1: 2 years Silicone or Plastic Extrusion experience.
• Level 2: 5 years Silicone or Plastic Extrusion experience.
• Level 3: 10 years Extrusion, set‑up and training experience.
• Level 3:
  Technical college degree.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world‑class performance.
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines.
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes.
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately.
• Commitment to making improvements company‑wide.
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to be present for all assigned shifts.
• Team player and independent worker.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Compensation range: $25/hr - $35/hr

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.