Extruder Operator

Westlake•Lodi, CA

1d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The production operator is assigned to a specific work area on a production shift. They are responsible for the efficient operation of the production equipment and required to perform the following duties. An A level operator perform all duties required of Production "C" and "B" operators. Assist in the training of Production "C" and "B" operators. A C or B Operator performs all duties and SOPs as listed in the Quality Manual.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
No prior experience or training.
The ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Must work safely and maintain a safe, clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor.
Responsible for startup, adjustment, and shut down of the extruder, haul off, saw, die, oil heater, steam tank, water tank, and auxiliary equipment.
Must be able to read, operate and understand all controls and warning devices along with making die, motor RPM, temperature, and pipe wall adjustments for producing products according to manufacturing standards with minimum supervision.
Must perform detailed and accurate record-keeping in computer data system.
Must be familiar with product standards and specifications.
Must inspect pipe on-line as required and each finished pack or reel before adding it to finished inventory.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
Start up and shut down an extrusion line.
Prepare production reports and maintain records of machine settings.
Monitor and make proper machine adjustments as required to ensure product quality, safe operation and optimal output of assigned production lines.
Demonstrated ability to make die changes.
Other duties as required.