Extrusion Operator

Boyd•Elkhart, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Working at Boyd isn’t your usual manufacturing experience. This role is designed for someone who prefers an intellectual challenge above and beyond the day-to-day physical tasks. And the best part is, no prior experience is required; on the job training will gladly be provided! This is a 3rd shift position working Sunday night - Thursday night 10pm - 6am. These full-time positions include a competitive benefits package, a weekly attendance bonus, and no experience is required. In a nutshell, our Extrusion Operators are responsible for operating an extrusion machine in accordance with established procedures/guidelines and customer requirements. The ideal person will be a team player with a drive to succeed and a willingness to help others. We are a company that takes pride in satisfying our customers, so candidates should be prepared to support our efforts with overtime work as needed.

Requirements

Strong communication skills - written and verbal.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to follow directions and work in a team environment.
Ability to stand for a 8-hour shift, which may include: bending, twisting, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to read a work order, use a tape measure, and preferred caliper/micrometer experience.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Prior extrusion experience is a plus but not required.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality at all times.
Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Produce quality parts; inspecting and approving profiles to ensure they meet all manufacturing requirements.
Inspect the quality of materials and alert the Production Supervisor or appropriate personnel of material issues and/or failures immediately.
Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion.
When needed will need to perform die changes.
Inspect the quality of the machinery and report equipment failures to the Maintenance Department.
Perform all quality checks and be responsible for accurate paperwork; quality minded.
Occasional forklift operating.
Ensure that all required shift paperwork is accurate and complete.
Perform other duties as assigned.