Extruder Operator

Westlake • Lodi, CA

1d • $24 - $31

About The Position

The production operator is assigned to a specific work area on a production shift and is responsible for efficient operation of production equipment. The role operates and adjusts extrusion equipment to produce products according to manufacturing standards, with attention to product quality, safe operation, and optimal output. Operators also inspect products, keep accurate production and machine-setting records, follow company policies and procedures, and perform other work as required.

An A-level operator performs the duties required of Production C and B operators and assists with their training. C- and B-level operators perform duties and standard operating procedures listed in the Quality Manual.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Ability to read, operate, and understand equipment controls and warning devices.
• Ability to make die, motor RPM, temperature, and pipe wall adjustments.
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate records in a computer data system.
• Ability to inspect products and follow product standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Work safely, maintain a safe and clean work environment, and perform available work as required by the supervisor.
• Start up, adjust, and shut down the extruder, haul off, saw, die, oil heater, steam tank, water tank, and auxiliary equipment.
• Read and operate controls and warning devices, and adjust dies, motor RPM, temperatures, and pipe walls to produce products according to manufacturing standards.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records in the computer data system, prepare production reports, and record machine settings.
• Become familiar with product standards and specifications.
• Inspect pipe on-line as required and inspect each finished pack or reel before adding it to finished inventory.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Start up and shut down an extrusion line.
• As an A-level operator, perform duties required of Production C and B operators and assist in training them.
• As a C- or B-level operator, perform duties and standard operating procedures listed in the Quality Manual.
• Monitor production lines and make machine adjustments as needed to ensure product quality, safe operation, and optimal output.
• Perform die changes.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• A full range of medical and other benefits may be included in the total compensation package, depending on the position offered.
• Sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided, depending on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED