Line Operator (Days)

Orbia•Clinton, TN

7d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

At Dura-Line, we aspire to create a more connected world, because we believe every company, every community, every person deserves the chance to advance their lives through better access to high-speed broadband. We take pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and being recognized a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies across the world. In one year, Dura-Line produced over 1.4 billion feet of digital network infrastructure. Dura-Line creates what connects us. Every time you pick up your cell phone, log into the internet, or use your i-anything, it’s because our HDPE pathways protect that delicate string of glass called a fiber optic cable that carries everything from precious pictures of your puppy to the latest sports scores. Your safety, health, family, work, entertainment…your whole life; that’s our connection. “Creating What Connects Us”? Together, we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. No matter how big or small a role we each play, everything we do is connected to that shared purpose. Your work will help reinvent the future of cities and homes, link communities to data infrastructure, expand access to health and wellness, and create critical human connections between families and friends. Are you ready to build a rewarding career at Dura-Line? Dura-Line offers all its employees an exciting work environment and provides many internal career opportunities. We also offer internal programs such as employee referral and tuition reimbursement. JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY. The Line Operator is responsible for physically operating an extrusion line in a way that ensures all products are produced free from cosmetic and physical defects and are within manufacturing tolerances. The Line Operator is responsible for the quality of the product run and adjusts and documents operating conditions to produce the highest attainable quality of pipe in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

Reading, writing, and mathematical competency testing required
Ability to work in team environment
Reliable, self-motivated and quick learner
Positive attitude
Knowledge and understanding of the job duties of Downstream Operators, Material Handlers, and Reel Builders
Knowledge and understanding of the smooth core procedures and operation
Working knowledge of extruders, printers, reelers, vacuum systems, chiller systems, resin systems, pullers, quality control standards, and product specifications
Valid lift truck/forklift license
Ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise.
Ability to work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
Ability to remain in a stationary position 80-100% of the time. Must squat, bend or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.
Ability to operate hand and pneumatic powered strapping tools. Must also be able to use chains, slings and hooks.
Ability to operate keyboard on microprocessor equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance.
Ability to push and pull pipe stalks and coils weighing up to 60 pounds with reasonable assistance.
Ability to climb stairs or ladders and work on elevated platforms.
Ability to get into and out of lift trucks and other mobile equipment.
Must be continually alert to mobile machinery.
Must be able to cope with the pressures of extrusion equipment that runs continuously in a 24 hour period.
Must be able to understand and retain safety subject training.

Nice To Haves

One year of manufacturing production experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor operating parameters of the extruders.
Make necessary adjustments to extruder, die, water, or vacuum on a production line to ensure the highest quality product attainable.
Ensure pipe is marked with proper print line as specified in Quality Manual.
Ensure pipe dimensions are within tolerance including wall thickness, outside diameter, length, and overall appearance.
Inform Supervisor or Lead of any changes in specification of pipe.
Perform SDR and size changes including the setup and changeover of production lines with Supervisor or Lead.
Stack and / or bundle finished products.
Responsible for on-line Quality Control.
Responsible for documenting all dimensions of product on Production reports in a neat, accurate and timely format.
Maintain a working environment free of unnecessary equipment and materials.
Comply with, support, and promote all Dura-Line safety policies.
Complete all tasks assigned by the immediate Supervisor.

Benefits

1st Shift 7:00AM-7:15PM (work schedule after training)
Pay : $17.50/HR
IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits on the first day.
Sign-on bonus: $500 in 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days!
Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also?
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.
Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).
ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.
BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire