Extrusion Operator Trainee

For over a century Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company has been manufacturing pipe and fittings exclusively in the USA, employing 1,400 loyal, hard-working Americans. Today we manufacture the industry's broadest range of standard and specialty DWV products, including cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings.

Charlotte Pipe is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has seven plant locations across the United States.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, located in Monroe, NC, is looking for an Extrusion Operator Trainee. We are the only manufacturer that offers a complete system of cast iron, PVC, CPVC, ABS and FlowGuard Gold® pipe and fittings for residential and commercial plumbing systems and industrial applications. Investment in the latest tooling and machinery make it possible for us to meet increasing demand for our products and to provide the highest quality pipe and fittings in the industry. We offer a safe and productive work environment. We pay competitively based on performance and provide excellent benefits.

Summary: Extrusion Operator is responsible for running extrusion machines, packing and moving pipe to storage location. Each Operator is responsible for Safety 5S housekeeping of his/her machines and work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Starting up extruder, monitoring material flow, making adjustments to extruder and downstream equipment as needed.
• Setting up cooling tanks and making required adjustments as needed.
• Inspecting and identifying poor quality pipe using micrometer, pie tape, etc.
• Monitoring pipe skin thickness.
• Packing pipe per standards with strapping tool, weighing pipe and moving to designated storage area with forklift.
• Assisting Maintenance personnel in repair of equipment.
• Accurately completing production quality records.
• Responsible for performing minor repairs on pipe racks, printers, etc.
• Assisting coworkers and training new associates.
• Keeping work area up to 5S housekeeping standards including operating sweeper as necessary.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to work 12 hour, night shift
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Submit to and successfully complete background check and pre-employment drug test
• Computer and mechanical ability preferred

Schedule:

4 on 4 off | 12-hour shifts | 7pm – 7am

We Offer:

• Pay for Performance Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
• Health and Fitness Club Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Recognition Programs
• National Guard and Reserve Pay
• Successful Team Approach
• Opportunities for Career Advancement

Benefits Include: Our associates enjoy a safe and positive working environment with opportunities for growth through training and advancement from within the Company. Our team members also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Medical and dental coverage participation on the first day of the month after completing one full month of employment with the Company
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match of 50 cents for every dollar contributed up to 6% of annual pay plus a 3% annual non-contribution match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 24/7 Nurse Line
• We also offer a group of supplemental benefit plans including voluntary life, whole life, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, and cancer insurance

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.