Extrusion Lead Operator - OPS Line

NOVOLEX; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Telehealth options

Well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a skilled Extrusion Line Operator to run extrusion lines safely and efficiently, meet quality specs, and minimize downtime. You will calibrate die gaps, manage FACS/Blender systems, and read production schedules to coordinate materials and crew.

Strong computer/HMI skills and mechanical aptitude are essential for daily operations and maintaining product quality. Candidates should have at least 1 year in extrusion manufacturing, be able to work under pressure, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing environment on an extrusion line.
• Ability to read production schedules and ensure materials align with specs.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to lift/move products.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion line safely and efficiently with minimal downtime and scrap.
• Understand and perform tasks on the OPS line / PET Slitter Operator scope.
• Set die gap/width and perform calibrations.
• Operate extruder line across different thicknesses and formulations.
• Read production scheduling requirements and coordinate resources.
• Maintain process control and respond to line upsets with safe decisions.

Skills

Extrusion line operation

Die gap settings

FACS / Blender systems

HMIs/computer literacy

Quality adherence to specs

Team leadership

Problem solving under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Tools

FACS

Blender systems

HMIs

Job description

Novolex® is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

How You'll Perform the Role

• Able to run Extrusion lines in a safe and efficient manner, with minimum downtime, scrap generation, within quality-approved specifications, and under the implemented standard operating procedures.
• Be able to understand and perform all the listed tasks in the OPS line operator / PET Slitter Operator Job Description
• Able to do the die gap settings and calibrations (fast gap, restrictor bar, die bolts adjustments, Set the die gap/ Die width (Deckles), Set up the cast rolls gaps)
• Good knowledge and skills on operating the extruder line on all thicknesses, types, formulations, and output rates
• Able to read and understand the production scheduling requirements (Gauge/formulation/sizes/packing customer specifications... etc.)
• Ensure the availability of resources, and engage himself and his team member in performing the required tasks
• Comfortable with and knowledgeable of all procedures related with the extrusion line
• Very good skills and knowledge on dealing with the process upset conditions, taking the right decisions on running the extrusion line according with the equipment’s conditions, crew manpower, and skills
• Be able to operate the FACS / Blender systems to load formulations and recipes
• Connect loaders to material sources
• Very comfortable on operating computers and HMIs
• Responsible for running the extrusion line in smooth conditions without endangering the equipment’s or creating hazardous situations for his team members
• Advanced knowledge about product quality requests; proven ability to produce the material within specifications. Deep understanding of extrusion process.
• Keep a continuous communication with slitter operators to manage and react on time to any web quality defects and rectify accordingly
• Proven to lead by example; consistent display of initiative, good judgment, and good attitude in performing all duties
• Dump material (regrind/purge) through the dumpers as required
• Assist with trouble shooting if requiredClean the cast rolls
• Check the trim knives conditions and assist in slitting tasks if required
• Ensure that the upstream/Downstream equipment are properly functioning from a process basis
• Perform screen changing tasks when required
• Monitor and record parameters
• Ensure that all the required PM tasks are performed correctly and timely
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the shift supervisor
• React on time and in full coordination with his team to any upset conditions, which could take place on the line. (Web breaks, contamination, equipment malfunctioning)
• Perform all required quality related tests

What We Need From You

• Minimum high school diploma
• Very Comfortable on operating computers and HIMS
• Advance knowledge about product quality requests, proven ability to produce the material within specifications
• Deep understanding of extrusion process
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing environment working on an Extrusion line
• Lift and move product / parts / boxes when required
• Mechanical aptitude is necessary
• Work well under pressure
• Good team player
• Good communication in English (verbal and written)

What You'll Get From Us

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.