Extruder Operator

Wastequip•Statesville, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Wastequip's Toter Brand is hiring for an Extrusion/Compounding Operator for our Statesville, NC manufacturing location. This is a full time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The Extrusion/Compounding Operator sets up, starts up and shuts down extrusion lines to safely produce quality resin at desired output rate. This is a 2nd Shift position: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM Mon - Fri. Pay: $22.45 + $1 shift differential.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English
Ability to climb ladders
Must be able to work assigned shift
Adhere to all company policies and safety rules
High school diploma or equivalent mandatory
Ability to obtain a Forklift license required
Operate forklift when necessary
Maintain production reports
Competence with air guns and various machine controls
Color vision required
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and receive direction from supervisor
Must be able to distinguish quality defects
Must be able to work under extreme heat conditions
Must wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and all required Personal Protective Equipment

Responsibilities

Adheres to compound schedule and current blend
Sets up machine for production run
Monitors equipment for any maintenance and safety issues
Write and maintain accurate production reports
Operates blender per schedule
Confirms schedule and blend adherence
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures
Clean hoppers and pelletizer, gather materials, calculate formulas, and change screens as needed
Monitor operation of machine for acceptable quality and standard production rates
Conducts quality checks on produced resin
Uses all required Personal Protective Equipment
Maintains work area per safety and 5S standards
Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned