Production Operator-Extrusion (2167)

Job Purpose

Safely operate all extrusion lines in accordance with manufacturing order and associated control plan in order to maximize productivity and optimize quality.

Principal Accountabilities

• Comply with all company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Take appropriate action in emergencies.
• Run and operate extrusion equipment (including but not limited to: saw, blender, etc.) according to the SOPs, optimizing efficiency and quality while troubleshoot processing problems.
• Perform basic troubleshooting to diagnose and eliminate problems incurred in the extrusion process, record all changes and adjustments on run sheet, and follow-up to ensure changes have corrected problem.
• Record, maintain, and report accurate production records and work documentation.
• Operate machine controls and alarm systems.
• Operate Unidyne, Megablender, and Maguire Blenders according to Work Instructions (WI) and keep product loaded.
• Operate the Ultrasonic scope for inspection of product.
• Determine annealing requirements from shop order.
• Load and unload annealing rigs, carts, and ovens to maximize annealing through put.
• Anneal product according to SOPs.
• Perform visual inspection of tooling and perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Initiate/communicate quality, safety, and process improvement actions.
• Initiate and support activities to minimize down time and improve product quality.
• Inspect all products and use all tools required to control specified requirements.
• Perform rod and plate size/material changes as required.
• Perform and record in-process quality checks and take corrective action in the event of process or quality deviations
• Perform periodic maintenance of extruders and associated equipment.
• Make disposition on scrap.
• Assist set-up process as required or necessary.
• Remove startup rams and place in proper storage location.
• Transfer product to next manufacturing process in a timely manner.
• Perform training of apprentice extrusion operators.
• Assist maintenance, supervision, and/or engineering personnel in problem solving, new equipment, or tooling design to maximize efficiency and prevent downtime.
• Maintain work areas and company property to an acceptable housekeeping cleanliness (5S). Initiate improvements.
• Safely operate Powered Motor Vehicles (PMVs).
• Attend courses for training and retraining as required.
• Perform all duties or additional duties as assigned by supervision or lead person.
• Rotating work shift**7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.**
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent English reading, writing, mathematical, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions provided in safety data sheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WI), and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Working knowledge and capable of accurately using measuring equipment (examples: tape measure, micrometers, UT, surface roughness etc.).
• Physically able to perform work assignments.
• Good communication skills.
• Must have general mechanical aptitude.
• Computer literate.
• Follows all safety requirements necessary to be injury free while performing work.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Stable employment history, highly preferred.
  
  

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• **The salary for this position is $20.70. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside f the location listed in this posting.**
• **Competitive Benefits**
• **Benefits begin on DAY 1!**
• **Employee Assistance Programs**
• **Curated Self-Paced Learning and Development Programs for all Employees**
  
  

**Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.**

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, r