Extrusion Associate

Extrusion Operator

The Extrusion Operator is responsible for monitoring the extruder and the fiber that is being produced.

• Monitor extruder temperatures, control pressure and spin pack pressure.
• Assist in the thread up of the production line.
• Monitor the finish that is being applied.
• Clean finish and godet rollers.
• Watch for and remove wraps.
• Change screens as needed.
• Accurately maintain all appropriate log books and journals.
• Assist with changing packs as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

The Draw Line Operator is responsible for monitoring the fiber running through the draw line and cutter wheel.

• Maintain both creels and monitor cans for run ability.
• Monitor guides and rollers for wraps and remove as necessary.
• Watch for hard ends and cut them out.
• Adjust speed of the line as necessary.
• Remove all sub-standard fiber before it goes into the dryer.
• Ensure safety gates are in the down position at all times when the line is in motion with the exception of running at thread up speed when threading up or if a tow breaks out.
• Assist in picking up waste at the draw line and cutter wheel.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Crimper Operator (Listed in order of importance)

• Monitor the pressure and temperature on the crimper and steam chest.
• Monitor the dryer bed for proper lay of the fiber.
• Notify the baler crew of possible problems at the cutter wheel.
• Keep the crimper, steam chest and second floor roller clean of fiber that may get caught in the equipment.
• Help at the cutter wheel when necessary.
• Assist in picking up waste at the draw line and cutter wheel.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

The primary responsibility of the Utility Operator is to collect waste from the extrusion department and to assist the shift supervisor and lead operator in keeping the extrusion and draw lines running properly.

• Collecting and weighing waste and enter data into computer.
• Filling finish totes at draw line, cutter wheel and extruder as needed.
• Assist with changing, building and cleaning spin packs.
• Relieving other positions for breaks as needed.
• Operate genie boom and unstop pipes as needed.
• Correctly and thoroughly clean out baler, pipes and cutter wheel during product change overs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Works with minimal level of supervision. Issues and concerns need to be communicated to the Extrusion Shift Supervisor.

Accountable to the Extrusion Shift Supervisor for the quality and timeliness of the tasks performed.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Analytical skills required.

Basic mechanical skills.

Basic computer skills.

Must be able to read, write and communicate using English language.

Lifting: 25 pounds maximum lifted. Lowest point - 0 feet, Highest point – 3 feet. Frequency: 2 hours total per 12 hour shift. Object lifted:
Fiber or tools.

Carrying: 50 - 60 pounds maximum carried. Maximum distance carried: 15 feet. Object carried:
Fiber or tools.

Reaching:
Reaching out and up required up to 3 hours per day with 5 pound weight.

Climbing:
Ability to climb stairs and work on a platform with side rails is required.

Posture/Movements:
Position is primarily accomplished in a standing position.

Maximum continuous walking or standing required: 2 hours.