Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (7:00AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Atkore • Dallas, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for a 1st Shift Extrusion Machine Operator to be based out of Dallas, TX. Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required). Reporting to Shift Lead, the Extrusion Machine Operator will be responsible for measure dimensions of product to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and micrometers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required)
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

• Complete any required training within 3 months.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role within 3 months.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure is followed.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters.
• Record hourly pipe readings such as weights, wall thickness, diameter, and length.
• Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Expert package finished pipe into proper crate quantities.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Familiar with the product and the compound material.
• Able to perform changeovers and start-ups on small and medium-diameter pipes.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

What This Job Offers

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