Extrusion Operator 2nd Shift

Tekni-Plex • Madison, WI

103d

About The Position

TekniPlex Healthcare is a respected business partner that specializes in the manufacturing of medical and pharmaceutical packaging for companies around the world. We aim to deliver better patient outcomes by manufacturing products that allow for less invasive procedures, reduced pain, faster healing, and safer drug delivery. We are currently an Extrusion Operator-2nd Shift (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm) in our Production Department, located in Madison, Wisconsin. As an Extrusion Operator you will operate the extrusion line ensuring safety of others and providing exceptional quality of products being made. The Extrusion Operator will appropriately understand and follow the plant's OHSE and Quality Systems to maintain a safe workplace and ensure quality product.

Requirements

• Basic Mechanical ability
• 2-5 years running press
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Demonstrate ability to work well under pressure
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good math skills - able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
• Demonstrate ability to maintain excellent quality products
• Able to pay attention to details
• Proficient navigating a computer
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality of product during runs
• Monitor the use of raw materials to optimize waste reduction
• Set up machine and change coatings, configurations, decks, raw materials, and methods as required to complete projects based on the job
• Inspect job as it runs for quality of print, coating and laminating while making adjustments while the press is running
• Inspect quality of raw materials
• Adjust and maintain machinery including clean plates, rollers, etc.
• Change doctor blades (clean backups) and make necessary adjustments (lay downs, blade angles) to maintain the machine
• Perform daily maintenance including cleaning excess oil and grease, checking and adjusting mechanical parts including gears, backlash, brakes, etc.
• Proficient at using a tape measure and/or ruler
• Direct the activities of the Extrusion Assistant
• Assist the Extrusion assistant with clean ups when necessary
• Manage prepress activities
• Maintain paperwork such as production usage reports, forms, SPC charts, etc.
• Troubleshoot and detect cause of problems
• Assist other departments if needed
• Monitor and maintain raw material usage and inventory control
• Assist maintenance staff if needed
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED