Extruder Operator

JM Eagle•Fontana, CA

5d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Extruder Operator operates extrusion lines to manufacture PVC pipe according to established company specifications. The role performs production tasks, visual inspections, equipment adjustments, and packaging-related work to ensure quality standards are met. The operator works under the direction of a Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position works rotating shifts and is based in Fontana, California.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent, or at least 6 months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to calculate fractions, percentages, decimals, circumference, and volume, and apply basic arithmetic.
Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables and limited standardization.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including safely operating powered vehicles and machinery; distinguishing product identification, warning indicators, and operating signals; hearing alarms and verbal communications; performing tasks that require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balance, and movement around equipment; lifting or handling objects within the recommended 50-pound limit; and safely using manual and powered tools.

Responsibilities

Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly in compliance with Total Housekeeping Management (THM) and ISO standards.
Meet all qualification requirements.
Work under the direction of the Supervisor.
Operate extruder machines and control panels used to produce PVC pipe.
Assist with machine changeovers.
Measure pipe specifications and report issues to the Supervisor and Quality Control.
Identify visual defects in pipe during production.
Calculate and adjust puller speeds as required.
Cut Quality Control testing samples when needed.
Perform minor equipment repairs and troubleshoot equipment.
Follow safe work practices and report hazardous conditions.
Train inexperienced employees when required.
Use calipers and micrometers to measure pipe and ensure it is within tolerance.
Complete Production Inspection Reports and supporting documentation accurately.
Record bi-hourly line checks and notify the Supervisor of changes.
Operate a forklift to move finished product, boxes, materials, and supplies.
Calculate and make required adjustments to extrusion lines.
Record machine conditions and report abnormalities to the Supervisor.
Calculate machine rate and speed.
Clean extruder and cooling tank water filters.
Make and collect Quality Control samples as required.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned.