Multi-Line Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift

HT Extruder Operator 2nd Shift

Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for an HT Extruder 2nd shift operator at our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility.

This operator will set up tubing, semi-pressure, and pressure processes on extruder lines which include: operation of multi‑head/tandem, multi‑extrusion lines, and various printers; to jacket a wide range of short run, heavy/large wire, cable, braided products with extruded compounds of various colors according to specifications and established procedures. Run two extruders singly or simultaneously depending upon demand.

$/hour, 2nd shift $2.00/hour shift differential

• Work from shop orders, requisitions, move various heavy‑sized wire reels to take‑off apparatus; properly mix components and chemicals to maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, wall thickness, proper die and leader sizes. Work in MIS system.
• Schedule production, selecting shop orders to consolidate runs for best efficiency and to meet time requirements.
• Setups are exacting/precise and require placing and adjusting dies and leaders in extruder; obtaining and maintaining proper temperatures, speeds, feeds. Ensure adequate cleaning of heads, screws and barrels.
• Operate marking/printing machines of various types (3) as specified to apply identification number, stripe or legend to extruded wire/cable. Operate multiple pay‑off and take‑ups per shop packet or wire size.
• Perform visual and tactile checks of work and take samples according to specifications and instructions. Operate testing equipment and perform tests according to specifications including concentricity, OD/, elongation, adherence, and other tests as required.
• Monitor operations on a continuous basis and as needed make adjustments to water trough, speeds, feeds, and other variables to meet quality and quantity parameters.
• Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision. Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

• 1‑3 years experience in extrusion or relevant transferable manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to produce quality product consistently by following standard operating procedures, using judgment and the ability to maintain mental and visual attention.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Position requires moderate physical effort.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• FSA/HSA
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life, AD&D and Disability
• PTO and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• 5 day work week, voluntary Overtime, Overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per week