What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plastic Extrusion Process Technician position at Precision Products Group, Inc?
Plastic Extrusion Process Technician
Location: Apple Creek, OH 44606
Paid Weekly
Comprehensive Benefits
Climate Controlled work area
We are seeking a dynamic individual who will take full ownership of the extrusion process and production area with a strong, results-driven approach.
We need a leader who will guide and inspire the department to consistently achieve excellence.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- 3-5 years of experience in setting up, operating, and maintaining thin wall small diameter plastic (copolymer, PP, butyrate) tube extrusion with single screw extruders.
- Experience in changing over and inspecting extrusion screws, mandrels, dies and bushings.
- Accountable and patient mindset with ability to persevere, detecting issues while reacting quickly and appropriately.
- Easily adaptable with willingness to learn.
- Ability to use and read quality tools such as calipers, micrometers, and pin gages.
- Ability to maintain quality as well as define and present information to superiors for required adjustments to process parameters.
- Experience with implementation of new ideas and process improvements through LEAN initiatives.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with a keen ability to adapt.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance of equipment.
- Willingness to perform and maintain cleanliness to standards including 5S.
- Team Player Mindset.
- Tow motor Certified (or willingness to learn)
- Prior experience with Butyrate and Copolymers is a BIG PLUS.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, reach and bend and walk.
- Ability to work on your feet for up to 10 hours.
- Ability to climb and occasionally work from a ladder.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50lbs.
