PURPOSE: The Operator is responsible for keeping the extrusion line running efficiently. Checking resin quantity and type behind each active extruder on a continuous basis.
JOB DUTIES:
Understand and follow safe work practices
Bring materials and cut cores
Check resin levels
Check and verify silo connections at start of shift against the work order to ensure correct resin usage
Assist with change over, start-ups, and shut downs
Web the line
Perform quality control checks and document results on quality check sheet
Cycle and unload winders
Enter production and downtime information into the DCU. Make and print finished goods labels for inventory.
Document downtime and production on production report
Weigh/stage production
Take care of extrusion lines while operator is busy or on break
Properly clean out resin system
Drive forklift
Maintain area in clean and organized manner
Wrap pallets
Know how to operate bale machine
Perform other related duties as directed by the appropriate party, including but not limited to: housekeeping and assisting other employees in the performance of their jobs.
Work in a team environment and conduct yourself in a professional manner when working with other employees and/or contractors.
Ensure Safe Manufacturing Practices are being followed on daily basis.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Basic computer skills
Ability to do basic math
Ability to read a tape measure
ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand for long periods on hard surfaces
Ability to climb 60 feet
Ability to perform in an environment that is not climate-controlled
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
Employee must occasionally lift 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance and color vision.