What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Operator position at Sika?
Company Description
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.
Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
Night Shift - 4:48PM-5AM (3 workdays week 1, and 4 workdays week 2) - $21.50 starting pay.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.
Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
Night Shift - 4:48PM-5AM (3 workdays week 1, and 4 workdays week 2) - $21.50 starting pay.
- Maintain and monitor the hopper area, ensuring that extruders are loading the correct materials as specified in work orders.
- Reclaim and grind materials from production start-ups and off-spec production for reuse.
- Collaborate with operators to determine appropriate regrind percentages and availability.
- Successfully complete OSHA-approved forklift certification and adhere to all safety guidelines for forklift operation.
- Use software tools such as MII, SAP, and Access to accurately document and track material usage and production activities.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of grinders, ensuring materials to be ground are correctly identified.
- Accurately label and store ground materials for future use in designated storage areas.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment by regularly cleaning equipment, extruders, storage areas, and warehouse aisles.
- High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience.
- Ability to read and interpret fractions; proficient in using a tape measure.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, with the ability to learn other software as needed.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, squatting, lifting, walking, and bending.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus, but not required.
- Experience operating a forklift is beneficial, but training may be provided.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
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