Operator

Fortune Brands•New London, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of administrative forms related to the extrusion process. The operator will maintain equipment, monitor production lines for proper rates, temperatures, and percentages, and ensure product quality and adherence to schedules. Safety and teamwork are emphasized, with the possibility of additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
User knowledge of the Panel Mate computer control system.
Basic math, reading, and writing skills
Ability to recognize and solution recurring problems.
Previous machinery operator experience in a continuous production environment.
Ability to read, interpret and complete production schedules and reporting forms.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to work 12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities

Ensure that all required administrative forms associated with the extrusion process are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
Keep all vacuum, stuffer, and atmospheric vents clean and free of material.
Keep all extruder cooling tanks with adequate level of distilled water and proper additives.
Ensure that your assigned lines are running at the proper rates, temperatures, and percentages as established by engineering or management.
Ensure that all boards are the proper color and length according to the schedule for the day.
Notify the Process Leader, or Supervisor concerning issues that affect the performance or quality of your line.
Monitor the output of your line hourly to verify the quality of your product.
Always maintain safe working habits around the equipment and when moving product or materials in the area.
Demonstrate good teamwork by assisting your co-workers as needed, or as directed by your Process Leader or Supervisor.
Other duties may be assigned.
Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.