What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Technician position at Drake Plastics?
Summary:
The Extrusion Technician is responsible for supporting various production and manufacturing operations as assigned. This role exposes technicians to the Extrusion process quickly to develop the skills needed to assemble, maintain, and disassemble lines while having an established technical aptitude.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities:
- Work on 4-person team to assist and perform technical tasks to keep manufacturing lines running.
- Develop and expand technical skill level.
- Operate hand tools and power tools.
- Operate extrusion/injection molding equipment: ovens, saws, grinders, etc.
- Product support: cutting, trimming, inspecting, cleaning, repairs & assembly.
- Facility support: cleaning, repairs, painting, coating, plumbing & construction trade support as needed.
- Operate forklift, tractor, loading and pulling trailer.
- Documenting production data and reporting any issues to supervisors.
- Follow all safety and company policies/guidelines (including tobacco free facilities).
Required Skills/Experience/Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3 years' working experience in a technical role preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Honest and hardworking.
- Mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights every 3 months).
- Self-motivated with ability and desire to learn new things.
- Career minded individual who can grow in a stable work environment.
Work Environment / Schedule:
The Extrusion Technician position works primarily within climate controlled industrial buildings but is required to work on some outdoor projects. Will spend most of the day on your feet and working with your hands. The standard work schedule is 12-hour shifts, averaging 42 hours a week, with every other long weekend and holiday off. Day and night shifts are rotated every 3 months.
Drake Plastics is a drug-free workplace. All applicants who receive conditional offers of employment will be subjected to pre-employment drug testing.
