Extrusion Operator

polyvantis•Sanford, ME

About The Position

POLYVANTIS is a global, multi-material player with some of the most coveted and iconic brands in the industry – such as PLEXIGLAS® for polymethylmethacrylate semi-finished products and LEXAN™ for polycarbonate sheets and films. With 1,500 employees and 15 production sites worldwide, we offer unmatched global capabilities, providing customers with innovative solutions in sheets and films for air and rail, automotive, building and construction, electrical, healthcare and security, and lighting and signage markets. SUMMARY: Responsible for safe and high-quality operation of the assigned sheet extrusion line area and related process equipment and material handling. Responsible for following system instructions and coordinate assigned line area activities.

Requirements

Must be able to work with minimal supervision, and coordinate the team activities
Person trained to achieve 50% competency in less than 3 months, 70% competency within 6 month and 90% within 24 months.
Computer knowledge (primarily SAP & Microsoft Office)
Knowledge of raw materials specifications, product specifications and customer requirements.
Should have 1 – 3 years’ actual experience in aiding operation of a thermoplastic sheet extrusion line, or similar experience.
Requires industrial vehicle license, data entry and processing skills, and general math skills.

Responsibilities

Supports the operation of the Sheet Extrusion line and associated process equipment in accordance with SOPs, SOCs, and system instructions. Back-up Operator as assigned and necessary.
Complete training to become a Certified Sheet Extrusion Operator within 24 months.
Assists in the packaged product quality of schedule product, according to Manufacturing Specifications, Control Plans and ERP system instructions through product and process quality inspection for all activities, specifically the dimensional properties, saw cutting quality, packaging and overall product appearance.
Enter operational data into SAP as needed fora accurate accounting of all materials and timely SAP transactions and Process Orders.
Active participation in OEE improvement teams and activities to improve product quality, costs, accuracy of data, on-time delivery and new product innovations.
Enter Work Orders for repairs. Enter logbook entries for documentation of activities.
Maintain 5S, safety, ESP and TPM standards in area.
Maintain proficiency and licensing for industrial vehicles, including specialty vehicles.
Be current in all training profile requirements.
Other tasks as assigned by Area Manager or Team Leader.