Extrusion (Sheet) Operator

Producing first quality products. Under the direction of the Extrusion Manager, supports department efforts to assure continuous operation of product manufacturing by performing the following duties personally or through department production employees.

• Maintain raw material levels
• Accurately filling out production reports
• Thoroughly cleans production equipment
• Housekeeping to include sheet extruder, extruder area and vacuum system. All shall be cleaned daily and kept clean throughout shift
• Remove out of spec material and mark appropriately
• Proper and safe operation of equipment
• Remain in work area
• Clean equipment per Extrusion Manager's schedule
• Report all problems/challenges with equipment or quality of product to the Extrusion Manager immediately

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• The employee is required to be able to operate a forklift, scales, and department production equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb and balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Pay starts at $14/hr. with competitive benefits package.