What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Technician - Extrusion position at Samuel, Son & Co. 1855?
Responsibilities
- Verify the accuracy of current production orders and remaining balance.
- Ensure the production line operates within specifications and meets quality standards.
- Maintain correct draw ratios, annealing ratios, and other relevant parameters.
- Complete daily Line Conditions sheet, thoroughly documenting any process deviations.
- Notify Shift Supervisor and Maintenance promptly of any operational issues.
- Verify correct blend setup and additives.
- Perform hourly checks of all process parameters, recording findings in the Hourly Technician Log.
- Monitor dryers for "Full" status and report issues for investigation.
- Check product periodically for visual inspection and accuracy.
- Assist in grinding scrap generated from line breaks.
- Ensure consistent, correct, and quality winds are produced and packaged properly.
- Fill out and submit work orders or safety work orders for repairs.
- Verify that packaging matches the Bill of Materials (BOM) assigned to the current production run.
- Ensure accurate and legible completion of all production paperwork.
- Relieve Production Operators for breaks.
- Assist Maintenance personnel when needed.
- Notify Production Operators before leaving the line for any reason.
- Track and lead all work order changes for the assigned line.
- Conduct periodic checks for surface blemishes, ink spots, and other visual defects.
- Inspect unused guides and shields for damage, reporting issues to the Shift Supervisor and Maintenance.
Education and Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification is a plus.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.
Qualification
- Walking and standing for extended periods.
- Frequent lifting of up to 65 pounds.
- Frequent bending, squatting, stooping, and reaching.
- Repetitive arm and upper body action and movement.
- Exposure to dust, frequent loud noise, varying temperatures in the plant.
- Occasionally climbing stairs.