What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Operator position at Current Opportunities?
Extrusion Operator
Extrusion Operators maintain our plastic recycling equipment and perform changeovers, equipment maintenance, and material sorting. From material infeed, shredding to weigh scales, Extrusion Operators help direct our recycling program. This position requires a mechanically skilled leader who has a high-attention to detail, knowledge of 5-S procedures, and ability to maintain a clean workspace.
What You’ll Do:
- Be the shift owner, ensuring the equipment, processes, and team members are working effectively to produce high quality, recycled plastic material
- Run an efficient recycling system that meets utilization targets
- Complete the proper start up, shut down, and system maintenance on each portion of the recycling system – Shredder, Conveyors, Pelletizer, Wash Tank, Utilities
- Perform equipment changeovers and material changes following the production schedule
- Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on the system as opportunities arise and
- Promptly identify and communicate recycling equipment problems as seen during equipment/system monitoring audits
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and experience
- Interest in focusing on quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale (QCDSM)
- Desire to learn 5-S procedures
- Forklift certification
Work Schedule: 2-2-3
Day Shift: 7:00AM to 7:00PM
Night Shift: 7:00PM to 7:00AM
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Annual bonus
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Additional paid days off during shut down on and around major holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with company match
Who We Are:
Family owned and operated since 1973, Monoflo International, Inc. is a rapidly growing manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While we manufacture many kinds of products, we have one true focus: leveraging state-of-the-art technology to manufacture premium products that enable companies to move their own products. We empower our employees to take control of their career and we reward a job well done with opportunities for advancement. Though we work together as a team, individual accountability and responsibility are the keys to success here. If you want to be able to take ownership of your day-to-day tasks and projects, and work alongside others who take the same pride in their work, apply today!
Disclaimer: Monoflo International is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer.