Extrusion Technician Medical Device Manufacturing - 1st Shift

Job Description

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Located in Plymouth, MN

Salary: $19.86-$28/hr

NEW Opportunity!

Level 1 and Level 2 Extrusion Technicians Needed!

Hours: 5:00am - 3:30pm; Monday - Thursday (OT as needed on Friday and Saturday)

An Extrusion Technician II is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plastic extrusion equipment to manufacture custom and complex medical tubing according to specifications. This position requires ensuring production quality standards and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the extrusion department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the extrusion lines and equipment supported.

• Exemplify company core values of Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, and Innovation in daily work.

• Communicate needs for tools and materials to meet production demands and optimize workflow.

• Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

• Support junior technicians in the Extrusion area.

• Participate in Lean manufacturing processes, changes, and training.

• Read and interpret job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot extrusion equipment according to approved parameters for the item(s) to be manufactured.

• Adjust tooling and processing parameters to ensure the product meets the specifications.

• Inspect products for quality using approved methods, equipment, and visual inspections.

• Collect and package products in accordance with work orders and approved standards.

• Observe machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions and resolve issues promptly.

• Measure work-piece dimensions using dies, gauges, and vision systems to determine accuracy.

• Perform minor machine maintenance tasks such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.

• Complete and submit all required paperwork or electronic data entry, maintaining accurate records.

• Purge, shut down, and clean all equipment as per approved methods for the next work order.

• Provide training support on new operations and equipment, ensuring records are maintained.

• Work with supervisors and management to resolve any issues or complaints.

• Enforce safety regulations and maintain a safe and clean working environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma and/or GED with 2-5 years of experience operating extrusion machinery or in a manufacturing environment. Direct experience with extrusion equipment preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as metric conversions, draw-down ratios, etc.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

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 essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

CALL/TEXT Express Employment Professionals - Plymouth, MN TODAY @

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Express Office: Plymouth

3021 Harbor Lane North

Suite 209

Plymouth, MN 55447

Full-time