Extrusion Operator - Charlotte FOAM - Nights

Extrusion Operator

Ability to operate on any one of the four Extruders and repel line generally unassisted. Able to communicate quality issues, complete required documentation, i.e. profile and daily material reports. Report machine malfunctions and ensure good quality sheet. Performs work under shift supervisor with final approval by the extrusion manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.

Ability to learn and operator all four (4) extruders within defined specification without assistance

Recognize heating/cooling problems on all machines and report any issues immediately

Start up and shut down all extruders unassisted

Assist in "stringing up" all extruders unassisted

Complete job/color changes with minimal scrap

Perform adjustments to die

Monitor feed and mixing systems for proper operation

Correct formulas and rates for each product type

Match and distinguish colors from samples

Produce good tight rolls

Produce each roll to correct width and gauge

Able to use a fire extinguisher

Climb heights up to 60 feet to report silo readings and material held in each silo

Get assistance to resolve any issues to get machine back in operation

Well rounded knowledge of quality of all products

Housekeeping, must keep all areas free of debris

PRIMARY INTERACTIONS

Daily interaction with all Thermoforming and Extrusion personnel

COMPETENCIES

Must be dependable and demonstrate the ability to follow directions

Must be a team player

To work well with other employees and give help when needed

To maintain a good attendance record

Be able to work overtime if required

Good knowledge of all safety procedures

Complete any job task given within reason assigned by supervisor or manager

Wear all required PPE

Computer literate (input of data)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, but not required. Minimum of one (1) year manufacturing experience; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience. Need to have good math, reading, and writing skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work requires moderate physical effort and use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing duties of this job, employee will regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel and crouch. Move by pushing or rolling 400 to 500 pound rolls of foam unassisted

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee will work in a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works with manufacturing equipment. An employee performing the duties of this job is required to use proper safety procedures to eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.1001 Westinghouse Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273

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