Multi-Line Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift

Sumitomo Electric Group•Turners Falls, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for an HT Extruder Operator for the 2nd shift in our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility. The operator will be responsible for setting up tubing, semi-pressure, and pressure processes on extruder lines. This includes operating multi-head/tandem and multi-extrusion lines, various printers, and extruding compounds of various colors onto a wide range of short-run, heavy/large wire, cable, and braided products according to specifications and established procedures. The role involves running two extruders singly or simultaneously based on demand.

Requirements

1-3 years experience in extrusion or relevant transferable manufacturing experience.
Demonstrated ability to produce quality product consistently by following standard operating procedures.
Ability to use judgment.
Ability to maintain mental and visual attention.
Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Position requires moderate physical effort.

Responsibilities

Set up tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines.
Operate multi-head/tandem and multi-extrusion lines.
Operate various printers.
Extrude compounds of various colors onto a wide range of short-run, heavy/large wire, cable, and braided products according to specifications and established procedures.
Run two extruders singly or simultaneously dependent upon demand.
Work from shop orders and requisitions.
Move various heavy sized wire reels to take off apparatus.
Properly mix various components and chemicals to obtain and maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, wall thickness, 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/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 number, stripe, or legend 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 according to specifications, 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.