POSITION TITLE: Extrusion Operator

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The operator's primary function is to keep the lines running to produce product that are manufactured to specification in the safest and most efficient manner possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must observe all safety precautions and regulations at all times in all areas where duties are performed. Will be responsible for reporting all safety hazards and potential unsafe working conditions. Must actively participate in safety meetings.
• Must understand and comply with all current plant policies and procedures.
• Will order all material necessary to manufacture and package the appropriate product.
• Will load and change raw materials.
• Will troubleshoot and maintain the machine.
• Will clean the machine and the immediate area as well as keep equipment and materials neat and orderly and in their proper place.
• Will perform and document quality and processing audits.
• Will initiate, maintain and complete all required paperwork for this position
• Will be required to conduct safety and quality inspections.
• Must meet production and quality standards on a consistent basis.
• Relieve operators for breaks as needed.
• Blow out department.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: .

Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

• Must possess ambition and make suggestions for improvement.
• Must have good interpersonal/leadership skills and be able to interface with all departments and associate levels.
• Must have good teamwork skills and be able to interface with all crew members and relief personnel and work. toward resolving conflict congenially. Make an extra effort to deal with coworkers and supervisors on a mature and positive basis.
• Must have flexibility to accept additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Must be willing to work off-shifts, overtime and weekends as necessary for business needs.
• Willingness to travel since some travel may be required for training purposes.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to perform work efficiently and effectively under short notice.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds of various sizes and shapes.
• Must be capable of standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be capable of pulling and pushing a loaded cart with up to 50 pounds of force.
• Must be able to climb on ladders or other authorized equipment for cleaning.
• Normal working hours depending on the shift you are assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: 1 to 3 years manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Rotating shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Extrusion Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person