1st Shift - Extrusion Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Must have a positive attitude, be willing to learn and lift 50 plus pounds. Must be a problem solver with some mechanical ability.

Major Functions : Monitors the use and maintenance of extruder equipment while maintaining standard safety precautions and procedures.

Requirements :

Essential Extruder Functions :

• Understands the work flow between the weaving department and the extruder department.
• Understands the difference between polyurethane and rubber materials
• Able to read measurements and cut product in accordance with order specifications
• Able to read and comprehend a production a schedule, and can also understand and complete work orders.
• Able to safely and properly handle (and lift) fire hose in all areas, including long lengths or reels to and from the tables, and stacking.
• Able to properly prepare / skid product for shipment.oUnderstands and maintains the companies quality expectations and ISO certification
• Able to assist in the department where needed and directed to by the department supervisor.
• Assists in training of new or less experienced operators.oKeeps department clean and free of clutter
• Reports all issues / defects to department supervisor immediately upon discovery
• Knows and can identify proper tooling for all hose sizes and select based on order specifications.
• Able to pick proper material for the scheduled run (rubber, PU, color, jacket).
• Able to perform and complete set up of all equipment.
• Able to set proper line speed for the product that is being run.
• Reports any equipment maintenance issues to the department supervisor immediately oAble to make adjustments for in process material changes quickly and as needed
• Able to perform quality checks on the hose being produced.oMaintains constant watch on the extruder and product during the extrusion process at all times.

Required Skills and Abilities :

Strength Requirements :

Heavy

Up to 100lbs of force exerted occasionally, and up to 50lbs frequently, up to 20lbs constantly.

Work Environment :

Employee may be exposed to wet and humid conditions and Dust / Fumes / Gas and Chemicals. Employee may need to work around extreme heat and moving machinery.

Education / Training Requirement :

Employee required possessing a high school diploma, or GED.