Extrusion Operator
On-site · Ravenna, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
The Extrusion Operator is responsible for productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation, including maintaining compliance with safety policies, completing annual training, and understanding dryer mechanics. Key tasks include breaking down, cleaning, setting up, and starting extruders; performing tooling changes on dies; and accurately identifying materials and shop orders. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a working knowledge of the extrusion process. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Know and understand dryer mechanics
- Break down, clean, set up and start extruders
- Perform tooling changes (set ups) on dies and restart extruder in an efficient and safe manner
- Identify the shop orders and all related documents, including key dimension sheets and drawings
- Knows and understands the operation of downstream equipment
- Identify types of materials utilized in the production of parts
- Identify all screw and head types
- Knows and understands the mechanics of the vacuum loading system and blending units
- Produce parts in the medium difficulty range with little help that meet quality specifications at or above specified rates
- Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE) during the entire shift
- Identify the correct material in accordance with the Shop Order and produce a quality part
- Develop speed and accuracy in machine tear down and set up
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
Desired Qualifications
- Working knowledge of the extrusion process and materials, highly preferred
- Above average communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to follow directions/processes
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment, which can be subject to numerous schedule and priority changes
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