-Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts | Monday - Thursday 7a to 7p

-Ability to perform physical labor when necessary

-Experience in a manufacturing setting

-Bi Lingual a plus.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Follow all Safety Rules for Department and Entire Facility
• Operate the extruder to include start up, string up, continuous production run, water bath, pelletizer, vacuum assisted material transfer to silo’s, fill gaylord boxes from silo’s, weigh and label gaylord boxes, document production output, and stage material with a lift truck.
• Collect samples for laboratory testing.
• Tend to accessory equipment, such as extruders, pumps, mixers and conveyors to move material through the production process.
• Operate a clean, well-ordered production area, as well as equipment, during all hours of operations. General housekeeping as needed.
• Perform set up, sanitation and operation of the assigned area.
• Be aware of Aquafil's OHS, and Environmental Management Systems Policy and Recycling program. (see supervisor if further explanation is needed).

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITY

• Problem solving— identifies and reports problems to the supervisor in a timely manner.

• Quality control—demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performance. Proven ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Quantity—meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely manner.
• Adaptability—adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. Can function as a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Dependability—consistently at work and on time, follows instructions and responds to management direction.

• Safety - observes safety procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Ability to read and interpret safety rules and instructions.

• Communication - effectively and professionally conveys information internally and externally through verbal and written communication skills. Actively listens, communicates clearly, concisely and assures understanding.
• Function as a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to work in a fast-pace environment.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal techniques, is positive, pleasant, and respectful.
• Actively listens, communicates clearly, concisely and assures understanding.
• A demonstrated ability to prioritize and follow through.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Proven ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Operators, Supervisors and Managers.