EXTRUSION OPERATOR

FITT is a distinguished Italian brand with a rich heritage of quality, technology, design and sustainability.

For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to delivering exceptional and complete thermoplastic material pipes, hoses and systems for the transport of liquid, gas, and solid substances, that embody the essence of Italian excellence. As we embark on our manufacturing expansion into the United States, we are excited to bring our passion for excellence, sustainability, and commitment to quality to our existing and new customers.

With over 1,100 employees and 19 facilities worldwide, we are excited to be opening our new manufacturing plant in Anderson, Indiana. We look forward to contributing to the vibrant USA manufacturing landscape and building lasting relationships with our new community!

The 2nd Shift Extrusion Operator will operate equipment that creates hoses, and is key to maintaining optimal productivity, efficiency, and quality of our products. He/She is responsible for operating plastics extrusion equipment and maintaining assigned equipment with continuous maintenance when needed. This operator must also be able to maintain safety and quality standards according to procedures (Visual Aids, Work Standards, TPMs) set in place by the Quality, EHS, and Operations departments.

Daily, onsite attendance is required at the job's location in Anderson, Indiana.

Currently, second shift hours are 3 pm to 11 pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and company policies.

Duties include

• Operate extrusion, knitting and winding machine equipment.
• Supervision of the entire extrusion process.
• Take ownership over assigned area and apply Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) to all machinery. Report any failures, malfunctions or damaged machinery to Maintenance and Quality.
• Follow and maintain safety standards established by EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety Management).
• Operate Extrusion, Knitting, and Winding machinery while applying work instructions, ensuring that the process runs as stated in procedures, visual aids, and work standards.
• Follow work instructions to consume raw materials 
• conservatively and efficiently.
• Fully apply control plan inspections, procedures, records, reaction plans, and escalation processes.
• Oversee inspection, separation, and control of non-conforming material.
• Set up and operate extrusion, knitting and winding machinery in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements. Ensures the following parameters are met during set up.
  • Material Used
  • Inner and Outer Hose Dimension
  • Product Specifications
  • Brandings and Markings
  • Line Speed
  • Fine-tune parameters based on production requirements
• After proper line set up, request that the Quality Auditor approves the beginning of production. 
• The operator is responsible for a proper line set up meeting all quality and performance standards. 
• After the setup is completed, he/she advises Quality Auditor for a second level quality control 
• Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to adjust, position, and secure machinery. Being an Extrusion Operator adjusts and cleans machines. 
• Document/Record work performed as needed based on product and quality needs in working area.
• Intervenes during the operation of the line at the request of the Shift Supervisor and other operators.

May require occasional overtime or weekend work.

May need to flex to work different shift hours.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE - REQUIRED

• Six months or more of warehouse job experience.

PREFERRED

• Some technical training and/or schooling is preferred.
• Six months or more of forklift experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES - REQUIRED

• Must have 5 years of intermediate to advanced computer proficiency with touch screens and computer applications to keep job pace aligned with work standards.
• Must have a high EQ, with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must display initiative and be able to apply innovative problem-solving to challenges. 
• Must have a proactive approach to work.
• Able to show kindness, respectfulness, tact and understanding when working with others.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills.

CAPABILITIES

• Ability to read, speak and understand both the verbal and written English language. 
• Able to perform two-handed work with the manual dexterity to handle small parts less than 1/8” and larger parts.
• Perform work safely in a physical job and warehouse environment that will have temperature fluctuations, including cold, heat and humidity.
• Ethical
• Punctuality
• Engagement and interest in work-related duties, continuous learning, and improvement.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Qualified applicants must be able to

• Safely lift, push, pull and move up to 55 pounds with or without assistance.
• Stand and walk for an entire shift of 8 to 10 hours on hard concrete floors.
• Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Perform tasks using two hands, including computer work.
• Perform work safely in a physical job and warehouse environment that will have temperature fluctuations, including cold, heat and humidity.