Extrusion Machine Operator

Inspiretci; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Vaughan is seeking an extrusion machine operator with at least 2 years of experience. The role involves operating and troubleshooting extrusion machines, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience operating extrusion machines.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, calibrate, operate, and monitor extrusion machines.
• Inspect equipment hourly and adjust variables as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking to hire an extrusion machine operator with a minimum of 2 years of experience operating and troubleshooting extrusion machines.

·Helps assemble, calibrate, operate, and monitor the extruder and all auxiliary equipment systems.

· Inspects and evaluates equipment hourly; adjusts equipment variables to meet equipment and product requirements.

· Assists in evaluating orders; ensures paperwork is complete and accurate on all processing conditions; completes status reports.

· Distinguishes colors and duplicates those colors in the extrusion process.

· Establishes and maintains an effective line of communication with the Quality Assurance department.

· Thoroughly understands all quality assurance procedures and programs; ensures all products are within individual client specifications.

· Monitors and manages to shrink losses to acceptable limits/standards.

· Responsible for all product quality attributes.

· Evaluate product quality attributes; make immediate adjustments to correct out-of-specification products.

· Anticipates technical problems; proactively troubleshoots (where appropriate) and makes technical adjustments and/or notifies maintenance.

· Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work area and environment.

· Participate in a full facility and equipment clean-up between each product run as directed.

· Ensures required changeovers are completed accurately and efficiently.

· Responsible for becoming familiar with GMPs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all products.

· Complete simple production reports

· Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food safety and/or quality.

· Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

· Education level: High school diploma and/or GED preferred.

· Experience - Min 2 years

· Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to receive and provide instructions positively.

· Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form.

· Basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, and percentages.

· Ability to multitask.