Operator

The Operator position is responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation, adhering to safety policies and procedures, and performing tasks such as tooling changes, setup, and start-up of extruders.

Requirements

• Strictly adheres to Company and plant safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping habits.
• Knows and understands 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.
• Must be able to identify the shop orders, redbooks 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.
• 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.