2nd Shift TFE Extruder Operator - Polymer Extrusion

Zeus; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Industrial Products in Orangeburg, SC, is seeking a TFE Operator to manage extrusion equipment. Responsibilities include loading, running, monitoring an extruder, troubleshooting, documenting results, and ensuring material quality.

The successful candidate will follow safety rules, maintain tooling and machines, perform inspections, and work with minimal downtime. A high school diploma and ability to lift 50 lbs are required; continuous improvement mindset encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and adapt to situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively; push/pull approximately 11lbs., walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products.
• Basic mathematical skills including addition subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals. Must be able to read and write legibly.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our production objectives.
• Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR

Responsibilities

• Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime.
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card.
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing.
• Operator only runs one machine.
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition.
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good communications within the department.

Skills

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Quality inspection

Machine operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Zeus Industrial Products in Orangeburg, SC, is seeking a TFE Operator to manage extrusion equipment. Responsibilities include loading, running, monitoring an extruder, troubleshooting, documenting results, and ensuring material quality.

The successful candidate will follow safety rules, maintain tooling and machines, perform inspections, and work with minimal downtime. A high school diploma and ability to lift 50 lbs are required; continuous improvement mindset encouraged.