Reports to the Supervisor and/or Lead, the Extrusion Machine Operator will be responsible for all aspects of the setup and operation of the extruders. The Extrusion Operator will also be responsible for the cleaning and changeovers.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Responsible for the operation of the primary compounding and the secondary blending of raw materials required in the extrusion area and at specified levels of productivity.
• Execute basic mechanical tasks, including disassembly and reassembly of equipment for cleaning and changeover.
• Troubleshoot material issues as needed.
• Monitor production, adjust machines and drive forklift for material movement.
• Basic Maintenance i.e. changing and cleaning of filters and Cleaning and Extruder Screw Cleaning.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as changing and cleaning filters, changing die heads or inserts.
• Maintain timely and efficient task execution on extruders with established standards.
• Complete and maintain necessary paperwork.
• Ensure a clean work area and adhere to housekeeping standards (6S)
• Load required materials, including hooking up sacks of materials in hoppers.
• Maintain high level of quality consistent with company standards.
• Comply with safety rules, company policies, procedures, and standard operating instructions.
• Maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, leaders, and supervisors/managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned to the satisfaction of supervisor and/or lead.

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of extrusion processes.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Ability to follow instructions and troubleshoot basic problems.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma/GED required

Job Type: Full-time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally is required to walk, climb, or balance, direct exposure to heat and safety hazards associated with production environment.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:

Previous manufacturing experience

JOB LOCATION: Canton, Michigan, United States

POSITION TYPE: Full time, Regular

EEO STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kingfa to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Kingfa will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.