Extrusion Technician 1 - 1st Shift

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Extrusion Manager, the Extrusion Technician is responsible for overseeing the running of extruders on the shift, setting the dies, completing documentation, and maintaining process parameters to ensure the manufacturing of quality products. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's IATF16949/ISO9001 Quality and ISO14001 EMS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Understand and follow all work instructions to set up, start, and put into production any and all extruded products.
• Ensure that all process parameters are maintained within the specification limits.
• Follow all instructions and direction set forth by the Extrusion Tech Lead.
• Assist in training Extrusion Operators on the shift.
• Understand and perform all aspects of tooling set ups, cleaning of tools, and storage of tools.
• Follow all instructions to maintain inventory control and cycle counts.
• Have good communication with the punch department.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Communicate all quality and/or process issues to Extrusion Manager, Extrusion Technician Lead, and other necessary support departments.
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's IATF16949/ISO14001 certifications by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Other Functions

• Cross train as a Punch Technician.
• Perform Extrusion Operator functions as needed.
• Perform grinding duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Success in this role includes:

• Understanding of extrusion processing, generally accepted manufacturing principles, with ability to document non-conformances.
• Read and interpret shop orders.
• Understanding of inventory and impact of cycle counting on company records.
• Required Personal Protective Equipment * safety shoes are to be worn at all time during your scheduled work hours. *
• Department manager/supervisor will cover additional PPE as required on department specific work instructions.
• All employees entering the manufacturing area and other identified locations must wear the designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Wearing your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment.
• Forklift certified at HellermannTyton

Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand tool and product blueprints/specifications.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. and stand/walk for up to 12 hours when scheduled.
• Prior forklift experience, preferred.
• Must be able to perform detailed inspections and completed associated documentation.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction in either written or oral form.

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.