Extrusion - EXOA - EXTRUSION OPERATOR A

TITLE: Extrusion Operator A

POSITION OBJECTIVE: A Extrusion Operator is responsible for their assigned shift. The Extrusion Operator is tasked with performing their assigned responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner, maintaining product run rate and quality, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires the ability to solve practical problems and be self-directed within the framework of the assigned job responsibilities.
• Requires the ability to know when to ask for assistance when a problem arises that will affect the department performance.
• Requires the ability to perform simple arithmetic functions consistently and accurately to include but not limited to the following: percentages, proportions, mass, volume, run rates, averages, and gauge readings.

• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Requires the ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization.
• Requires the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Requires the ability to work varied shifts depending on organizational requirements and customer commitments.
• Intermediate level computer skills.

• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.

• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verifies blend changes done by department personnel.
• Balances layers at changes; balances bubble.
• Initiates maintenance work orders/requests when needed.
• Completes production paperwork as required, accurately and timely.
• Performs gauge changes and speed changes as required.
• Initiates and participates in miscellaneous line problem solving.
• Identifies and resolves issues that are affecting run rate and scrap generated.
• Identifies and reports any scheduling issues to the Lead Operator and Department Manager.

• Must be able to read and write English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme heat and high noise levels.  Working on open air secured floor is also required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the technician is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel material.  This position requires the ability to see/hear warning alarms.  This job also requires walking, stooping, climbing stairs, bending and twisting, and kneeling.
• This position works a 12/hour shift. The schedule includes day and night work as well as weekends and holidays. It can also include overtime when needed