Extrusion Operator II (6am-6pm)

Proterial Cable America•Ashaway, RI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Extrusion Operator manufactures plastic tubing products that meet customer specifications, following standard work methods to ensure repeatable production and high quality. The position operates extrusion equipment for products including co-extrusions, dual-lumen tubes, multi-layer tubes, and over-jacketing extrusions. The work takes place in a controlled manufacturing environment designed for sustained production. Employees may frequently encounter fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and occasionally loud noise. Lifting materials and equipment is required, typically up to 25 pounds and occasionally between 50 and 100 pounds. The operator sets up and operates equipment, adjusts tooling and approved processing parameters, inspects and packages products, monitors equipment for defects or malfunctions, completes paperwork and computer data entry, and performs line shutdown, purging, and tooling removal. The operator also helps resolve production problems and may assist with training other operators. The role requires safe work practices and prompt reporting of unsafe conditions, behaviors, and work-related injuries.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong technical aptitude.
Ability to communicate technical challenges and receive and carry out improvement suggestions.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Quality consciousness, attention to detail, and ability to follow through.
Self-starter with a positive attitude.
Ability to lift materials and equipment, typically up to 25 pounds and occasionally between 50 and 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Plastic tubing extrusion manufacturing experience is strongly preferred, but is not required.
Ability to work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate extrusion equipment according to approved parameters, including for co-extrusions, dual-lumen tubes, multi-layer tubes, and over-jacketing extrusion.
Adjust tooling as required to produce extrusions that meet specifications.
Adjust processing parameters within approved ranges to maintain products within specifications.
Inspect products using approved methods, standards, and equipment.
Collect and package products according to approved standards as required.
Observe machine operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunctions.
Complete applicable paperwork and enter data into a computer as required.
Perform proper line shutdown and purging according to work instructions.
Remove tooling and prepare equipment for the next work order.
Confer with supervisors, managers, or other applicable parties to address and resolve problems.
Assist in training other operators as required.
Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, and work-related injuries to site supervision.