Extrusion Operator (Winston-Salem)

Our client is looking for an Extrusion Operator to join their team in Winson-Salem, NC!

Shift hours: 2:45pm - 11:00pm

Starting pay: $19.80/hr + 5% shift differential

Responsibilities include:

Maintaining the line

Trouble-shooting machine and material issues

Setting up the line

Performing screen changes,

Being prepared for changeovers and assigning lot numbers

JOB SUMMARY
Operate and troubleshoot an extrusion machine, producing a quality product to meet customer specifications. Responsibilities include: maintaining the line, trouble-shooting machine and material issues, setting up the line, performing screen changes, being prepared for change-overs and assigning lot numbers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all safety policies and procedures—including wearing all proper PPE
• Locate work orders/specification sheets then determine the materials (with specific measurements) needed to complete the order.
• Adjust, calibrate and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature and general operation.
• Examine visually, weigh and measure components created from equipment at the end of the week to ensure machines are producing according to company and industry regulations and standards, making adjustments as needed.
• Work with team members, shift supervisors and all necessary personnel to take care of complications as they arise.
• Communicate with fellow team members to learn of any equipment problems or malfunctions, and take care of them as they come up.
• Use regulated cleaning solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses and cleaning cloths to properly maintain and clean equipment on a bimonthly basis.
• Make repairs to equipment when necessary, and replace all defective, broken or worn-out components.
• Choose and install cutters, molds and all other necessary equipment parts so machines are always operating at peak efficiency.
• The Company maintains the right to revise and/or add duties in response to business requirements.

• Required experience with press and rotogravure printing
• Experience with adhesives and inks
• Knowledge of extrusion machine (for changeover, adjustments, cleaning, etc.)
• Knowledge of all materials used, such as die, resin, ink, etc.
• Knowledge of measurements, temperatures, viscosity, and other specifications for the materials used
• Understanding of JSA and GMP
• Leadership in directing team and the activities thereof
• Understanding of good housekeeping
• Communication Skills
• Leadership in directing team in
• Industrial Vehicle Operator (IVO) Certification Training
• Basic Computer Skills