Extrusion Line Operator

Title: Extruder Operator 24

Functional Area: Extrusion Department

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Position Description: The primary purpose of the position is to operate the extrusion line to achieve safety, quality, and production objectives. Responsible for training of the Extrusion Operator Assistant to perform quality control checks, labeling, and palletization of products. Position will provide leadership and organization to the extrusion manufacturing team.

Extrusion Operator 24 Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions:

• Operating single screw extruder, extruder controls, and winding equipment in a safe and efficient manner to meet customer expectations for quality and delivery.
• Troubleshooting machine problems and communicating equipment issues to maintenance.
• Performing tool changes and product changes when and where needed.
• Meeting all quality and production standards, minimizing scrap and downtime.
• Training Extrusion Operator Assistants on all of their job functions.
• Labeling, packaging, and palletizing rolls for delivery to customers.

Key Competencies:

• Performing all job functions in a safe manner, follow and enforce all TRIDENT policies and procedures.
• Leading housekeeping efforts and always maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Identifying and immediately communicating personnel and safety issues to the Shift Supervisor and assisting with investigations and resolutions of the issues if needed.
• Communicating and working with Compounding Department personnel to ensure an appropriate quantity and quality of raw materials is delivered to the Extrusion line as needed.
• Ensuring that Extrusion Operator Assistants are performing quality checks on material, comparing actual results to specifications, and communicating results in a timely manner.
• Accurate and complete reporting of production and quality data both manually and in computer systems.
• Reporting any continuous improvement opportunities to the Shift Supervisor.
• Moving materials as needed using forklifts or overhead cranes.