What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Saw Operator position at Schupan?
EXTRUSION SAW OPERATOR -- 2ND SHIFT
Davis Creek | Kalamazoo, MI | Full-Time | Mon-Fri, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM | $18-$24/hr
ABOUT SCHUPAN
We have been building sustainable material solutions since 1968. At Schupan, you will find a people-first culture, opportunities to grow, and competitive pay -- all while being part of a team working toward a more resourceful future.
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity | Compassion | Empowerment | Sustainability
WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE
As an Extrusion Saw Operator at Schupan, you will play a direct role in keeping our production operations running smoothly. You will be responsible for accurately cutting, sorting, and distributing material to support on-time order fulfillment -- as part of a team that takes pride in both quality and safety.
HOW YOU WILL DO IT
- Operate extrusion saw equipment to cut material according to production schedules and work orders
- Read customer orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to determine what needs to be moved or distributed
- Assemble and stage customer orders; place on pallets, shelves, or route to packing station
- Mark materials with accurate identifying information and retrieve items from receiving or production areas
- Sort and store materials by size, type, style, color, or product code
- Safely load and unload in restricted spaces
- Apply basic math skills -- tape measure, calipers, decimals, fractions -- to ensure accurate cuts
- Use feeler gauges to properly square blocks
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Basic requirements:
- 3-6 months of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training
- Forklift experience preferred; willingness to become certified required
- Basic computer skills
Physical requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive movements throughout a full shift
- Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. routinely; occasionally 50 lbs.
- Ability to wear all required safety equipment
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
- Pay: $18-$24/hr with overtime and bonuses available (safety/attendance, end-of-year, monthly gas)
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM; OT and Saturdays as required
- Weekly pay
- PTO and 401(k) with match starting Day 1
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the 1st of the month after hire
- HSA with company contribution of up to $1500, FSA, and wellness premium discount
- Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pet insurance, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
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Qualifications:POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination
- Fork-lift experience (preferred), or ability to become certified in fork-lift operation
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Familiarity with use of a computer and applications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Routinely required to stand and walk; use hands to handle and feel; reach with arms and hands; as well as climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Routinely performs repetitive movements such as bending, twisting, reaching, lifting and pulling
- Routinely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds
- Specific vision requirements include depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must be able to wear all necessary safety equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Routinely work in noisy environment.
- Routinely exposed to moving and mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
Salary : $18 - $24