Job Description
SUMMARY:
The Extrusion Operator is responsible for the production of quality extruded parts. This includes set-up, running and changing over extrusion lines, charting SPC data, and performing in-process inspections. In addition, he or she is responsible for any other task the Plant Manager deems necessary.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
High School at minimum; 1-2 years experience; or 1-2 years training required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
· Oversees individual production runs to ensure quality and efficiency.
· Make certain assigned machine is operating safely, efficiently, and reliably, according to recommended operating guidelines.
· Read and follow the production schedule for that day
· Inform your Supervisor of any of the following:
-Discrepancies between the schedules and placement of orders occur.
-Safety concerns
-Maintenance concerns
· Read and follow the Workstation Instruction Sheet (WIS)
· Verify that correct material, die, paper and/ or liners are used.
· Ensure quality product is being produced at all times.
· Responsible for setting up and breaking down extrusion lines.
· Ensure process is optimized to the fullest extent without sacrificing safety.
· Ensure all raw materials required are available and defect free before processing.
· Responsible for charting production information.
· Ensure feeder is feeding the correct material, constantly
· Ensure that packer is packaging parts properly
· Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.