Operator (Melt) II- 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Melt Operator will be responsible for machine operation. This would include troubleshooting, documentation, and quality of material. The role involves extruding different fluorocarbon resins, setting up equipment, cleaning melt tooling, and reassembling extruders. Accurate record-keeping, maintaining a clean workspace, and adhering to safety rules are essential. The position also includes labeling and preparing orders for shipping, with some computer use required. Physical demands include lifting and reaching up to 72 inches with units weighing approximately 60 pounds, standing/walking for sustained periods, and moving equipment. Safety equipment such as respirators, heat and solvent-resistant gloves, safety glasses, and face shields must be used. The role involves working with hot tooling, with temperatures often exceeding 450 degrees F.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations
- Physical condition demands being able to push, pull, reach to height of 72 inches, and handle hot material.
- The employee must have the ability to perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products
- Must have basic mathematical skills (Fractions, Percentages, and Decimals).
- Must think in terms of spatial dimensions and be able to read and write legibly.
- Standing for sustained periods in the general melt area.
- Must be able to repetitively torque bolts to 110 ft-lbs.
- Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet our production objectives.
- Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR
- Must Meet WorkKeys/WIN Requirements (Level 3 for Reading & Level 4 for Math)
Responsibilities
- Extrudes different fluorocarbon resins.
- Sets up all equipment needed to run product using setup cards provided.
- Cleans melt tooling and puts extruders back together.
- Writes legibly and keeps accurate records.
- Keeps a clean, neat workplace.
- Observes all safety rules and regulations.
- Can follow instructions, both oral and written.
- Labeling and preparing orders for shipping.
- Some use of computer equipment is required.
- Lifting and reaching up to a height of 72" approximately 60 pounds unit weight.
- Standing/walking: Standing for sustained periods in the Melt area. Walking as necessary.
- Moving of equipment is required in most instances.
- Safety equipment and rules must be used. Respirators, heat and solvent resistant gloves, safety glasses, and face shields.
- Calculate Setups.
- Working with HOT tooling. Temperatures of 450 degrees F+ are not uncommon.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
