Extrusion Operator

We currently have two positions open and available. (1) Afternoon (1) Night

Day Shift Days &

Hours:

Monday
- Friday - 7am-3pm

Afternoon Days &

Hours:

Monday
- Friday - 3pm-11pm

Location
:
Toronto, ON

Term
:
Full time, Permanent

Pay Rate
: $25-27 per hour - depending on experience

• The role of an Extrusion Operator – A involves maintaining all assets on the extrusion lines while they are running, and ensuring the profile of the product is being produced according to the desired specifications as per the production orders
• Additionally, the role of an Extrusion Operator – A includes the participating of quality checks on finished parts, and packing the finished product on to a skid as required

• Operate and monitor all assigned extrusion lines and their respective downstream equipment (Heat Transfer units, Embosser units, and Haul-off units), and ensure the products are running accordingly with their related work orders, production and quality requirements
• Load material into the extruder, as required. Load color material, blowing agent material, and other required materials into the assigned extruders as required. Continuously monitor the material consumption of assigned extrusion lines
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the extrusion line
• Ensure all guarding and safety precautions are in place and in good condition at all times
• Maintain all safety precautions within and around the extrusion lines
• Review work orders before starting the required extrusion lines
• Complete die set-ups and die changes within a timely manner
• Assist your paired Extrusion Operator – B with creating first-off’s during the start-up of each assigned extrusion line and coordinate with Quality Assurance Technicians regarding the completion of the first-off’s
• Check the length, color, and various other specifications of the produced parts on an hourly basis
• Continuously ensure the product matches the work order and its respective sample part
• Communicate with Quality Assurance Technicians and your paired Extrusion Operator – B to ensure parts are consistently being produced at their established criteria
• Communicate with the Extrusion Lead Hand and your paired Extrusion Operator – B if there is an issue with the line during start-up and during production. Assist with the resolution of line issues
• Fill out material information sheet & Start-up sheets to show how much material is used
• Pack finished products onto skids, according to packing requirements described on the related work order, as required.
• Communicate to the incoming shift regarding all relevant production requirements, as per the production schedule extrusion lines in current operation.
• Empty the previous used color when the line is down to prepare for a die change.
• Take out and put away lamination and color once the material has run out on the line.
• Maintain organization of all tools and equipment per each assigned extrusion line (i.e., bolts, nuts, and other tools and equipment).

• Communicate with administrative, plant, and supervisory staff as required
• Perform compulsory overtime as necessary and in accordance with legislative requirements
• Comply with Company rules of personal conduct, regulations, and policies
• Provide and/or participate in training, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

• Report all incidents, accidents, and/or hazards immediately
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required
• Adhere to all policies and procedures
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Comply with the Workplace Safety Insurance Act (WSI Act)
• Comply with the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Comply with Health and Safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Participate and/or…