Extrusion Operator - (Commercial)

Tarkett • Calhoun, GA

44d • Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Extrusion Operator is responsible for the runability of assigned machine (Plantex, Filteco, and/or Rieter equipment). The Extrusion Operator must ensure the quality of the products that are being manufactured.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to write pertinent information on cases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other operators, crew leader, supervisor, and plant management.
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division functions.
• Capable of safely lifting 50 lbs.
• Arrive at workspace in a timely manner directed by supervisor.
• Able to pass the Ishihara's Test for Color Blindness

Responsibilities

• Must be familiar with the operation of all Godet rolls, switches, heaters, and aspirators on extrusion machine.
• Must be familiar with the correct yarn path/yarn thread up of an extrusion machine, and able to rethread it in a timely manner.
• Responsible for keeping yarn wraps pulled from rolls (quality).
• Responsible for operating and doffing winders when yarn cycle is complete.
• Perform online quality inspection of yarn (i.e. shade, air tack, winding, proper labels, etc.).
• Perform pack out of yarn on stretch wrap buggies (carts), and label with correct information in delivering a first quality product.
• Transport yarn buggy to stretch wrap station for packaging.
• Assist the crew leaders during product changes and spin pack changes when needed.
• Assist all other operators when needed.
• Responsible for general housekeeping of work area and assigned extrusion machine.
• Maintain appropriate log documentation (i.e. Break Out Log).
• Report any discrepancies to the crew leader and supervisor.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
• Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

What This Job Offers

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