Job Summary: Sets-up and operates automatic machines to produce small to medium size hose and air ducts. May work on either a 10 hour or 8 hour shift schedule. Coordinates the assembly of wire helix with reinforced thread, covered by vinyl extrusion. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set-up and operate automatic machines to produce small to medium size hoses and air ducts.
• Coordinates the assembly of wire helix with reinforced thread
• Performs routine set-ups, working from prints and pros.
• Changes mandrels for different diameter sizes.
• Maintains proper speeds
• Controls extruder temperatures, pressures and speeds.
• Checks belt and wire tensions and mandrel speeds
• Maintains to close tolerances.
• Keeps hoppers filled with proper compounds and colors.
• May be required to alternate on various machines
• Uses digital equipment to perform quality control checks.
• Maintains required charting
• Completes production reports
• Reports machine wear and malfunctions
• Assists process technicians with complicated or unusual set-ups
• May perform some end trimming or packing. Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to perform statistical process control requirements to verify quality of product.
• Over 1 year of machine operation experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Manual dexterity - good hand/eye coordination
• Communication skills
• Experience reading/interpreting prints
• Visual ability for trimming belts. Things to Consider:
• Standing Constantly
• Climbing Frequently

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Our company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drug use or possession in the workplace. Pre-employment drug screening may be conducted, and employees may be subject to random testing.