Extruder Operator - Multiple Shifts

Job Summary: 

To perform tasks necessary to efficiently control the operation of extrusion line from raw material input to finished product. 

A Shift:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Every Other Sunday, 6:45AM to 7PM. 

B Shift:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Every Other Sunday, 6:45PM to 7AM.

C Shift:  Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Every Other Sunday, 6:45AM to 7PM.

D Shift:  Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Every Other Sunday, 6:45PM to 7AM

Job Duties:   

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse 
• Maintains company’s quality standards and a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents  
• Operation of the extrusion line and its operational functions which would include but not limited to; machine set-up, films and resins, color concentrates and/or additives, production speeds (input or output), start and stop functions, change over, down times, die and screw tear down, screen pack, line specific tools and proper lock out/tag out procedures  
• Maintain extruded product to required gauge, length, width, bond strength, and color, dyne, maintaining surface finish or identifying surface defects and performing quality control tests required. This includes double check and data collection procedures currently in place  
• Transfers data to the daily production log book, quality control documents or forms used in the production process  
• Follow the production schedule and other related documents necessary to produce and meet customer orders including those with instructions  
• Communicate line malfunctions in a timely manner to ensure production downtime is kept to a minimal  
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Qualifications:   

• High school diploma or equivalent and/or 1-2 years of experience or a forklift certification  
• Ability to read production tickets  
• Ability to work at an accelerated pace  
• Ability to perform math calculations; and measure using measuring tape or other instruments  
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; must be computer literate  
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement  
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time  

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.