Multi-Line Extruder Operator 3rd

Overview

Multi-Line Extruder Operator 3rd Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for 3rd Shift Multi-Line Extruder in our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility. Operator will set up tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines which include operation of multi-head/tandem; multi-extrusion lines; various printers to jacket a wide range of short run, heavy/large wire, cable, braided products with extruded compounds of various colors according to specifications and established procedures.

Run two extruders singly or simultaneously depending on demand. Starting Rate: $22.63 - $28.03/hour, 3rd shift $3.00/hour shift differential.

• Work from shop orders and requisitions; move various heavy-sized wire reels to take-off apparatus; properly mix various components and chemicals to obtain and maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, wall thickness, proper die and leader sizes.
• Work in MIS system; schedule production, selecting shop orders to consolidate runs for best efficiency and to meet time requirements.
• Set ups are exacting/precise and require placing and adjusting dies and leaders in extruder; obtaining and maintaining proper temperatures, speeds, feeds.
• Ensure adequate cleaning of heads, screws and barrels.
• Operate marking/printing machines of various types (3) as specified to apply identification number, stripe or legend to extruded wire/cable.
• Operate multiple pay-off and take-ups per shop packet or wire size.
• Perform visual and tactile checks of work and take samples according to specifications and instructions.
• Operate testing equipment and perform tests according to specifications including: concentricity, OD/, elongation, adherence, and other tests as required.
• Monitor operations on a continuous basis and as needed make adjustments to water trough, speeds, feeds, and other variables to meet quality and quantity parameters.
• Detect and report defective materials, improper compounds, malfunctioning equipment, or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and required overtime as needed.

• High School diploma or GED and basic math skills required.
• Be a team player, enjoy detailed work and willingness to learn.
• 3+ years of progressive manufacturing experience directly related to extrusion preferred.
• Use of judgment to plan, perform and make decisions as to set ups and operations of multi-head/multi-line extruders (at times simultaneously) to ensure products meet quality specifications, quantity and schedules within the limits of recognized or standard methods or procedures.
• Position requires moderate to heavy physical effort including frequent moving, lifting 50+ lbs, pushing, pulling large reels, long periods of standing.
• Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes, dust, hot and cold temperatures.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• FSA/HSA
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life, AD&D and Disability
• PTO and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• 5 day work week, voluntary overtime; overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per week

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