Extrusion Technician

Georg Fischer•Little Rock, AR

29d•Onsite

About The Position

GF Industry and Infrastructure Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring. If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and global collaboration — you’ll feel right at home with us. Primary Job Responsibilities Set up and operate extrusion machines according to job specifications and safety standards Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality and output Adjust machine settings (e.g., speed, temperature, pressure) to maintain optimal production conditions Make repairs to equipment when necessary and replace all broken and/or worn components Perform routine quality checks and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges Record production data and complete shift logs accurately Load raw materials and monitor material feed Follow all safety procedures and report any safety problems to the Production Manager immediately Commitment to our continuous improvement and safety initiatives Identify, label, weigh and dispose of scrap Clean and maintain machines and work area to ensure operational efficiency Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams as needed Fulfill the role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instruction Identify and resolve basic machine malfunctions or deviation Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school graduate, GED or equivalent
6 months of manufacturing experience
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. standing/walking 8 hours per day
Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.
Must have the capability to correctly identify the different materials and product
Ability to drive a forklift to move material and pipe
Must be able to work with minimum direction after being trained
Respect for people
Quality minded
Safety
Interpersonal skills
Customer satisfaction
Team-oriented
Quality
Ethics
Walking – frequently 4-5 hrs
Standing – 2 hrs
Climbing – occasionally
Squatting/Stooping – Rarely
Reaching – occasionally
Lifting - up to 40# frequently
Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)
The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures.
Must wear proper PPE

Responsibilities

Set up and operate extrusion machines according to job specifications and safety standards
Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality and output
Adjust machine settings (e.g., speed, temperature, pressure) to maintain optimal production conditions
Make repairs to equipment when necessary and replace all broken and/or worn components
Perform routine quality checks and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
Record production data and complete shift logs accurately
Load raw materials and monitor material feed
Follow all safety procedures and report any safety problems to the Production Manager immediately
Commitment to our continuous improvement and safety initiatives
Identify, label, weigh and dispose of scrap
Clean and maintain machines and work area to ensure operational efficiency
Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams as needed
Fulfill the role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instruction
Identify and resolve basic machine malfunctions or deviation
Perform all other duties as assigned