Lead Extrusion Technician PVC B Crew

Compensation: $29.00-$36.50 an hour.

Hours: 6:15a-6:45p

This position is eligible for a $2,100.00 Sign-On Bonus!

• $700.00 after 90 days
• $700.00 after 6 months
• $700.00 after 1 year of employment
  
  

We are looking for a Lead Extrusion Technician for our B Crew PVC Department:

The AZEK Company/TimberTech Wilmington division is seeking a Extrusion Technician Lead for the PVC Plant. The Extrusion Technician Lead is responsible for providing technical guidance and support to the Extrusion Operators within their designated shift. The Extrusion Technician must/will possess considerable skills, knowledge and experience related to running an extrusion line and all associated equipment within a large, 24/7 manufacturing environment. If you are a high-energy, motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume for further consideration. This position will fill in for the Production Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities

• Contributes to accident free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.
• Provides continuous training, technical guidance, and support to Extrusion Operators. 
• Owner of SUR (Scrap/Utilization/Rate) metrics and Quality results. 
• Leads plant in production and workplace efficiency methodologies, such as 6S, TPM, SMED. 
• First responder for process troubleshooting to drive improvements.
• Responsible for auditing operator reports for details.
• Performs audit of process set point control 
• Ensures audit Bills of Process and Standard Operating Procedures are utilized and improved upon when necessary 
• Acts as primary contact with Process Technician for issues/projects, Quality team for product quality issues, and Maintenance Technician for improvements and work order completion.
• Executes minor maintenance and assists Maintenance Technician if necessary.
• Serves as a key contributor to line commissioning after maintenance/process events.
• Fills in when Supervisor is not present on shift. Performs job and duties of the Supervisor when needed.
• Guides and Mentors other Extrusion Techs on shift to perform job successfully.
  
  

Qualifications

• 1 years of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Significant experience running an extrusion line.
• Meet qualification and certification requirements established by TimberTech’s Training Resources and Knowledge (TRAK) program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; understand manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Excellent trouble shooting, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Work schedule flexibility, with advance notice, to accommodate needs of the business.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job including: Push / Pull / Lift / Manipulate 10lbs – 100lbs.
• Ability to stand for complete shift; kneeling, lifting overhead, bending climbing and crawling are often required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment where temperatures that can become very hot depending on the weather.
  
  

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.