Extrusion Operator II - 1st Shift

Medtronic•Plymouth, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Extrusion Operator II supports the extrusion function by producing miniature, precision plastic tubing in accordance with established quality standards and production requirements. The role sets up and operates plastic extrusion equipment and supports the process from material preparation and equipment setup through production, quality inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and equipment qualification. The operator also works with engineering on extrusion tooling, equipment, and materials, including qualification activities for new or modified tooling and equipment. The position is located at Medtronic’s Nathan Lane facility in Plymouth, Minnesota, and requires working onsite at least five days per week. The position is eligible for the Operations Incentive Plan. The stated U.S. salary range is $44,800 to $67,200, with compensation varying based on factors including experience, certification or education, market conditions, and location.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related experience, including practical experience and/or applicable training or certification.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing or supply chain operational procedures, systems, and tools gained through experience, training, education, or certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience with plastic extrusion equipment and processes.
Experience with precision tubing manufacturing.
Knowledge of extrusion tooling, screw and tool design, and resin characteristics.
Experience with temperature controls, automated feedback loops, and downstream extrusion equipment.
Experience troubleshooting or maintaining extrusion equipment.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate plastic extrusion equipment to manufacture miniature, precision tubing to established quality standards.
Perform in-process and final inspections of precision tubing using measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, metric scales, gauges, optical comparators, and laser micrometers.
Prepare extrusion materials, including drying materials to specifications and mixing, blending, or coloring raw materials as required.
Monitor extrusion processes using knowledge of resin characteristics, temperature control, automated feedback loops, and screw and tool design.
Operate ancillary downstream equipment, including burst testers and slickers.
Troubleshoot, repair, and perform maintenance on extrusion equipment.
Support engineering in developing extrusion tooling, equipment, and materials.
Write and execute equipment qualifications for new or modified tooling and equipment, documenting that operations meet established parameters.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance or reimbursement
Global well-being program
Incentive plans, including the Operations Incentive Plan
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums
Capital Accumulation Plan, available to Vice Presidents and above or subject to IRS earning minimums