Extruder Operator - 2''
About The Position
The Extruder Operator sets up, runs, and monitors 2-inch extrusion equipment used to manufacture fiber optic cable. The operator uses setup sheets and automation files to determine products, machine adjustments, and material requirements; monitors production and inspects products to ensure they meet specifications; applies printing to cables; completes required paperwork; and cleans equipment to prevent contamination. The role also involves identifying production defects, helping resolve problems or notifying a supervisor, and documenting non-conformities. The operator performs work in accordance with company safety procedures and supports service excellence, quality, teamwork, and the company’s mission, vision, values, policies, and ethical standards. The position generally requires standing and walking, lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, and working around moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise. Vision corrected to 20/20, color vision, and normal hearing are required for the work described. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with some schedule flexibility required. The position is 44 hours per week, and overtime is available. Eligible positions may receive shift differentials, skill premiums, or other additional compensation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.
- Ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.
- Ability to read and follow basic instructions.
- Ability to understand and implement quality procedures.
- Math and handwriting skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.
- Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Attention to detail, accuracy in completing assignments, and ability to recognize and help resolve problems.
- Ability to stand and walk regularly and lift or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Vision corrected to 20/20, color vision, and normal hearing.
- Ability to work the stated schedule with some schedule flexibility.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Responsibilities
- Read setup sheets and use automation files to determine the product, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
- Set up, operate, and continually monitor the 2-inch extrusion line for all products.
- Observe, measure, and inspect products at different production stages to ensure they are produced according to the correct automation file.
- Apply printing to cables using jet printers and mechanical printers as required.
- Complete all paperwork specific to the job.
- Clean equipment as needed to prevent contamination.
- Recognize production defects and problems, assist with resolving them or notify a supervisor, and complete non-conformity paperwork.
- Follow company safety procedures and guidelines.
- Promote service excellence and quality by serving customers, building relationships and team cohesiveness, focusing on positive solutions, communicating respectfully, and responding with understanding to customer needs.
- Champion the company’s mission, vision, and values and comply with policies, procedures, ethical standards, and the Code of Conduct.
Benefits
- Eligible positions may receive shift differentials, skill premiums, or other forms of additional compensation.
- Overtime is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
