Extrusion Operator

Novolex • Mineralwells, WV

3d • $17

About The Position

Extrusion Operator Associate|Mineral Wells, West Virginia|Now Hiring
Compensation:
Starting pay rate from $17 per hour -Paid Weekly- plus $1 shift differential!
Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity
Available Shift:
6:00pm-6:00am
TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER:
928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Tapes end of extruded article to reel spindle and starts machine that winds material onto revolving spindle.
Measures extruded article with measuring wheel and cuts it to specified length, using a knife.
Removes roll from spindle with a forklift and weighs roll on scale.
Records length and weight on shipping tag.
Saws scrap tubes and rods into lengths for grinding in hammer mill.
May mix thermoplastic materials, according to formula, for feeding extrusion machine.
Set up extrusion machine by inputting information into a computer console, set roll gaps to precise sizes, and ensures quality control is production grade.
Monitor all extrusion machines to ensure that all working parts are in alignment.
Troubleshoots all areas and working parts of the extrusion machine.
Installs dies, mandrels, containers, heating coils, press tools, extrusion heads, and run out bridging in press, using hand tools.
Regulates rate of extrusion to prevent metal rupture and adherence of metal to container walls.
Record data, such as crew time, number of billets used, and items processed.
Housekeeping daily.
Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in Extrusion.
• Must be able to accurately input all formulas and recipes into a computer console.
• Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to other departments to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Tapes end of extruded article to reel spindle and starts machine that winds material onto revolving spindle.
• Measures extruded article with measuring wheel and cuts it to specified length, using a knife.
• Removes roll from spindle with a forklift and weighs roll on scale.
• Records length and weight on shipping tag.
• Saws scrap tubes and rods into lengths for grinding in hammer mill.
• May mix thermoplastic materials, according to formula, for feeding extrusion machine.
• Set up extrusion machine by inputting information into a computer console, set roll gaps to precise sizes, and ensures quality control is production grade.
• Monitor all extrusion machines to ensure that all working parts are in alignment.
• Troubleshoots all areas and working parts of the extrusion machine.
• Installs dies, mandrels, containers, heating coils, press tools, extrusion heads, and run out bridging in press, using hand tools.
• Regulates rate of extrusion to prevent metal rupture and adherence of metal to container walls.
• Record data, such as crew time, number of billets used, and items processed.
• Housekeeping daily.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED