Assistant Operator - Sheet

Job Summary :
The Assistant Operator supports the sheet extrusion process in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Assistant Operator assists the Extruder Operator & Lead Operator in preparing assets for production, operation of equipment as well as monitoring and maintaining sheet extrusion equipment to ensure production and quality standards are achieved.

Job Summary :
The Assistant Operator supports the sheet extrusion process in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Assistant Operator assists the Extruder Operator & Lead Operator in preparing assets for production, operation of equipment as well as monitoring and maintaining sheet extrusion equipment to ensure production and quality standards are achieved.

• Read and comprehend Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required to meet production standards.
• Assists in the setup and operation of sheet extrusion assets according to product specifications including the use of metric and standard tape measures.
• Unload and transport finished materials and scrap materials to designated areas with lift trucks.
• Maintains a three-year certification in sit down and stand-up lift trucks.
• Prepares packaging supplies and pallets to ensure timely supply to support the production asset.
• Monitor production parameters (e.g., temperature, speeds, tension setpoints, material levels, pressures, etc.) and report abnormalities.
• Performs cleaning and operational maintenance of equipment to reduce downtime and improve uptime/throughput.
• Label, store and record finished goods.
• Adhere to company safety protocols and ensure cleanliness of the work area by following departmental housekeeping standards including wearing required PPE.
• Communicate effectively with peers as required (leadership, operators, maintenance, and quality).
• Reports unsafe working conditions to leadership.
• Demonstrates time management, team player attitude and multitasking in the working environment.
• Demonstrates and dedicated to a continuous improvement work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one to three years of experience preferred.
• Ability to read production MO’s.
• Ability to perform math calculations including fractions.
• Ability to use a tape measure.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to lift fifty pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time.