Extrusion Operator I - 2nd Shift

TekniPlex•Sparks, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Tekni-Plex is a global leader in advanced plastic and rubber polymer technology with 50 years of experience. They engineer solutions for critical applications in medical devices and food packaging. This position is for an Extrusion Operator in the Colorite Division at their Sparks, NV plant, specifically for the 2nd shift (3:45pm - 12am). The role involves producing and packaging quality products according to customer specifications, maintaining and troubleshooting production lines, performing setups, screen changes, and managing lot numbers. The operator must be capable of performing all employee tasks and other assigned duties.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Manufacturing Experience
Machine Operation Experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Following all safety rules and procedures.
Works closely with local management and production employees to achieve the “My Goal is Zero Accidents” objective.
Ability to operate all equipment on the production line to include changes and set-up in the manufacturing process.
Checking all work orders/specification sheets for specific work instructions.
Perform hourly quality checks and double checks for accuracy.
Accurately complete all paperwork as required.
Collect retains during hourly quality checks for Quality Control inspection.
Inspect work for accuracy, completeness, and professional look.
Responsible for clean out of the blenders in accordance with instructions.
Perform random quality checks every 5 to 10 minutes to ensure product specifications.
Ensuring correct material, packaging supplies and quality control tools are being used.
Scan product and material into LN.
Limiting Scrap and wasting of material.
All aspects of changing a line over to another part/style number.
Trouble-shooting issues of the line.
Provide training or help to other employees when needed or as needed to team members.