Extrusion - EXTS - SR. EXTRUSION TECHNICIAN

Inteplast Group•Plattsburgh, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Extrusion Technician in the Department is totally responsible for the full operation of all the lines and reports directly to the Department Manager. The Sr Extrusion Technician is required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a timely & efficient manner to maintain product run rate and quality while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

Requires strong and proven supervisory and shift management skills
Requires solid communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be able to read and write English
Requires a minimum of intermediate level computer skills
Requires the ability to perform all essential duties and responsibilities of all positions within the Department
Requires the ability to train, direct and coordinate all department/staff activities
Requires the ability to provide supervisory support for a minimum staff of eight
Requires the ability to read a ruler and perform simple arithmetic functions consistently and accurately, including but not limited to converting decimals to fractions
Requires the ability to know when to ask for assistance when a problem arises that will affect the department performance and product quality
Requires the ability to work varied shifts depending on organizational requirements and customer commitments
Requires the ability to solve practical equipment and/or product problems and be self-directed within the framework of the essential duties and responsibilities
Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

Total supervision of shift activities and personnel
Performs & is knowledgeable in all duties and responsibilities of all positions within the Department
Develops and trains assigned personnel, assisting them with problems concerning “how to” perform specific tasks related to their job
Makes suggestions on improving work procedures in the department
Develops strong working relationships with all departments to develop training materials and receive feedback
Assists with performance review of assigned personnel
Identifies personnel performance issues to department manager for review and corrective action decisions
Assists Department Manager with the work plan, scheduling issues of product and personnel
Verifies duties & responsibilities of each member of their staff on the assigned shift
Communicates with the on-coming shift as to what is required on their shift
Performs equipment set-ups and changeovers effectively & efficiently
Understands and executes on all job card instructions
Troubleshoots and diagnoses minor and major problems with cutting equipment; Requests the assistance of Maintenance personnel when needed
Operates pallet jack and/or forklift truck (must be licensed) as trained, when required, and in a safe manner
Ensures quality assurance on all products being run through the equipment
Maintains accountability for productivity and scrap control on the assigned shift
Adheres to and complies with Company safety policies and procedures
Adheres to and complies with all Company quality control procedures
Adheres to and complies with all Company scrap control procedures
Adheres to and complies with all shift quality and production reporting
Keeps department neat & orderly, free from excess bags and other debris
Assists the management team in maintaining quality system effectiveness
Performs all other tasks and projects as assigned by the Department Manager and/or the Plant Manager