Extrusion Technician 1 - 2nd shift

Hellerman Tyton•Milwaukee, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Extrusion Manager, the Extrusion Technician is responsible for overseeing the running of extruders on the shift, setting the dies, completing documentation, and maintaining process parameters to ensure the manufacturing of quality products. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation. Essential Functions: Understand and follow all work instructions to set up, start, and put into production any and all extruded products Ensure that all process parameters are maintained within the specification limits. Follow all instructions and directions set forth by the Extrusion Tech Lead. Assist in training Extrusion Operators on the shift. Understand and perform all aspects of tooling setups, cleaning of tools, and storage of tools. Follow all instructions to maintain inventory control and cycle counts Have good communication with the punch department. Maintain a safe and clean work area. Communicate all quality and/or process issues to the Extrusion Manager, the Extrusion Technician Lead, and other necessary support departments. Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's IATF16949/ISO14001 certifications by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation. Other Functions: Cross-train as a Punch Technician. Perform Extrusion Operator functions as needed. Perform grinding duties as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Understanding of extrusion processing, generally accepted manufacturing principles, with the ability to document non-conformances
Read and interpret shop orders
Understanding of inventory and the impact of cycle counting on company records
Safety shoes are to be worn at all times during your scheduled work hours
Department manager/supervisor will cover additional PPE as required on department-specific work instructions
All employees entering the manufacturing area and other identified locations must wear designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Wearing your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment
Forklift certified at HellermannTyton
High school diploma or equivalent
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to read and understand tool and product blueprints/specifications
Basic computer skills
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. and stand/walk for up to 12 hours when scheduled
Must be able to perform detailed inspections and complete associated documentation
Ability to follow detailed instructions in either written or oral form

Nice To Haves

Prior forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Overseeing the running of extruders on the shift
Setting the dies
Completing documentation
Maintaining process parameters
Setting up, starting, and putting into production any and all extruded products
Ensuring that all process parameters are maintained within the specification limits
Following all instructions and directions set forth by the Extrusion Tech Lead
Assisting in training Extrusion Operators on the shift
Understanding and performing all aspects of tooling setups, cleaning of tools, and storage of tools
Following all instructions to maintain inventory control and cycle counts
Maintaining a safe and clean work area
Communicating all quality and/or process issues to the Extrusion Manager, the Extrusion Technician Lead, and other necessary support departments
Cross-train as a Punch Technician
Perform Extrusion Operator functions as needed
Perform grinding duties as needed