What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extruder Operator (Day Shift) position at Wheatland Tube, LLC?
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Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
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About the Role
As an Extruder Operator at Maverick Pipe, a partner of Zekelman Industries, located in Richmond, KY, you will play a key role in the efficient production of quality window parts. You will work as part of a team to operate and maintain a group of extruders, ensuring products meet customer specifications with minimal downtime and waste. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and enjoys hands-on work with machinery.
Shift: 4:30 am – 4:30 pm (Day Shift)
Pay: Competitive based on experience
- Operates and maintains extruders to produce quality window parts in accordance with customer specifications.
- Conducts quality checks on parts and documents results to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Identifies and reports defects (e.g., sink lines, weaves) to the appropriate personnel.
- Anticipates material needs and monitors production lines to minimize downtime and waste.
- Cuts and weighs product samples for Quality Assurance (QA) testing and customer requirements.
- Records production data, including sold quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and O.E.E.
- Assists with set-ups and changeovers, ensuring smooth transitions between production batches.
- Ensures hopper and water misters are properly filled, and follows other process parameters to maintain quality.
- Maintains cleanliness of machinery and production areas, including saws, bags, extruders, and downstreams.
- Adjusts extruders and calibrator blocks to ensure correct dimensions, weight, and surface quality.
- Transports and arranges packaging materials and manages product cart staging.
- Keeps production area clean and organized by performing routine cleaning of floors, machines, and walls.
- 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment, with knowledge of OSHA safety standards and SPC.
- 9th-grade level proficiency in math and reading.
- Ability to read and understand packaging layouts and manufacturing documentation.
- Familiar with using hand tools, air guns, banders, chop saws, calipers, and other machinery.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and in teams.
- Stable work history and commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a manufacturing environment.
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:
- Competitive Compensation
- Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Employee Loyalty Awards
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
