Extruder Technician

Description

Summary / Objective

The Extruder Technician plays a pivotal role in the production of high-quality film products. Your primary responsibilities will involve assisting in the operation of production lines, ensuring the safety and quality of operations, and contributing to the team's success through effective communication and collaboration. With opportunities spanning four progressive classes, this role offers a pathway for professional growth and skill development in plastic extrusion technology.

Essential Functions

• Safely and efficiently manage the operation of the extrusion machinery to ensure continuous production of film products according to specified standards.

• Conduct regular checks on the film products for adherence to quality specifications. This includes monitoring product dimensions, strength, and visual quality to ensure they meet or exceed our rigorous standards.

• Remove completed rolls from the production line and securely transport them to designated pallets for further processing.

• Wrap, label, and prepare completed orders for shipping, ensuring that products are safely packaged and accurately documented for delivery.

• Assist in the routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery and the work area to promote a safe and efficient working environment.

• Work closely with team members and supervisors to ensure that production goals are met while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

PPE requirements and Safety Rules

• Eye protection is required everywhere in the plant.

• Hearing protection is required everywhere in the plant.

• Safety-toed shoes or boots are required everywhere in the plant.

• Cut gloves are required to be worn on the opposite hand you use to hold a knife when cutting.

• Maximum weight allowed to be lifted by one person is 80 pounds. Anything heavier requires the aid from another person, forklift, big joe, or roll handlers.

• Face shields are required to be worn anytime you are over the die during start-up.

• Each machine is equipped with multiple safety switches and devices. Although the features are not the same for each machine, they all have safety devices in place to help protect you. These include pressure sensitive mats, light curtains, pull cords, and emergency stop buttons.

Core Competencies

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in extrusion or a closely related field, is preferred but not mandatory.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a team.

• Physical capability to lift up to 80 pounds and stand for extended periods.

• A strong safety awareness with a commitment to following workplace safety procedures.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a fast-paced manufacturing facility where temperatures can be high, particularly during warmer months. The environment is loud due to machinery, requiring the use of hearing protection at all times. Employees may be exposed to dust, odors, and moving mechanical parts. The role involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, earplugs, gloves, and steel-toed boots must be worn.

Team members are expected to remain alert and safety-conscious while maintaining quality and productivity standards.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties/functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands/fingers.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, hourly position. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM or 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM on a rotating monthly schedule. The work week is based on a seven-day cycle, and workdays vary every other week, with employees working 36 hours and 48 hours, respectively. Some overtime is required.

Education and Experience

1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations can be made for Qualified ADA disabilities if they assist in enabling the employee to perform the essential functions and duties of this position.

* MSE is an equal opportunity employer. We want applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.