Multi-Line Extruder - 2nd Shift

Judd Wire, Inc.•Turners Falls, MA

22h•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for a 2nd Shift Multi-Line Extruder in our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility. The Operator will set up tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines which include: operation of multi-head/tandem; multi-extrusion lines; various printers; to jacket a wide range of short run, heavy/large wire, cable, braided products with extruded compounds of various colors according to specifications and established procedures. The role involves running two extruders singly or simultaneously dependent upon demand.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Basic math skills
Team player
Enjoy detailed work
Willingness to learn
Use of judgment to plan, perform and make decisions as to set ups and operations of multi-head/multi-line extruders (at times simultaneously) to ensure that products meet quality specifications, quantity and schedules within the limits of recognized or standard methods or procedures.
Moderate + physical effort consisting of frequent moving of average to heavy weights, lifting 50 + lbs., pushing, pulling large reels etc.
Long periods of standing
Continuous mental and visual attention to detail, manual coordination of diversified duties, also repetitive work, requiring constant alertness or activity.

Nice To Haves

3 plus years of progressive manufacturing experience directly related to extrusion preferred

Responsibilities

Set up tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines.
Operate multi-head/tandem and multi-extrusion lines.
Operate various printers to jacket wire, cable, and braided products.
Mix various components and chemicals to obtain and maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, and wall thickness.
Select proper die and leader sizes.
Work in MIS system.
Schedule production, selecting shop orders to consolidate runs for best efficiency and to meet time requirements.
Perform exacting and precise set ups, including placing and adjusting dies and leaders in the extruder.
Obtain and maintain proper temperatures, speeds, and feeds.
Ensure adequate cleaning of heads, screws, and barrels.
Operate marking/printing machines of various types to apply identification to extruded wire/cable.
Operate multiple pay-off and take-ups per shop packet or wire size.
Perform visual and tactile checks of work and take samples according to specifications and instructions.
Operate testing equipment and perform tests including: concentricity, OD/ID, elongation, adherence, and other required tests.
Monitor operations on a continuous basis and make adjustments to water trough, speeds, feeds, and other variables to meet quality and quantity parameters.
Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, and unusual conditions to supervision.
Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
Work a flexible schedule.