What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Machine Operator- 2nd Shift position at ORAFOL AMERICAS INC?
Join our esteemed team at ORAFOL Americas Inc.’s Advanced TPU Films Division situated in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. Our recently constructed temperature-controlled manufacturing facility provides an inviting, clean, and comfortable working environment throughout the New England seasons.
ORAFOL Advanced TPU Films Division stands as a global leader in the aliphatic TPU market, renowned for producing high quality, optically clear films. Established in Massachusetts in 2015 as NUPRO Advanced TPU Films, the company was subsequentially integrated into the ORAFOL Americas group in 2021. Our Advanced TPU Films products serve as components in a vast range of demanding surface protection applications, encompassing transportation, electronics, aviation, medical and wind energy sectors.
ORAFOL Advanced TPU Films seeks candidates with exceptional decision-making abilities and meticulous attention to detail. Applicants must possess a positive “can-do” attitude and a strong sense of accountability while demonstrating rapid learning, drive, self-motivation, and strive for continuous improvement.
With a base rate of $28.00 per hour, plus shift differential, our skilled Flat Die Extrusion Machine Operators are indispensable to the seamless operation of our daily production process. These workers create the highest quality of extruded TPU films by observing and adjusting the process parameters to ensure proper film thickness and sheet width.
Essential Functions:
- Start up and shut down equipment
- Observe and adjust process parameters
- Properly use and read a tape measure
- Perform sample inspection
- Data entry
- Perform basic die and extruder maintenance
- Operate fork truck as required
- Comply with all personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety requirements
- Adheres to ISO procedures
ORAFOL Advanced TPU Films operates on a 24/5 schedule. All full-time positions offer competitive compensation, a fully vested 401K program with company match upon eligibility, health, dental, and vision insurance available on the first of the month following hire, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) reimbursements, company-sponsored disability, basic life, AD&D insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Education Requirements:
- High School Degree or equivalent
- Experience with Microsoft Suite Programs preferred
Work Experience:
- At least 1 year extrusion experience preferred
Aptitudes & Characteristics:
- Must have the ability to frequently squat, bend and reach below shoulder level
- Must have the ability to occasionally climb, push, pull and reach above shoulder level
- Must have the ability to frequently lift 50 lbs
- Must have the ability to sand and walk for 8 hours a da
- Must has a positive “can do” attitude and a sense of accountability; takes initiative
- Must be a fast learner, driven and self-motivated; strive towards continuous improvement
Salary : $28