Ecoflex Line Operator

Georg Fischer Ltd.; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Four weeks PTO + 10 holidays

401k match up to 4%

Job summary

Georg Fischer Ltd. in Minnesota is seeking an operator for the EcoFlex production line, responsible for safe operation of the screw extruder, corrugator, and foam folders, plus maintenance and quality control.

You will manage materials ordering and maintain production records, ensuring safety and adherence to standard procedures. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, along with fork truck certification.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Preferred manufacturing experience of 1-3 years.

Responsibilities

• Operates the Ecoflex line and auxiliary equipment.
• Performs required maintenance including changeovers.
• Maintains accurate production paperwork.
• Maintains communication with Supervisor.
• Maintains quality standards.
• Performs all tasks in a safe manner.
• Changes belts, folders, corrugate blocks, materials and coils as required.
• Schedules RAW materials deliveries and maintain the inventory.
• Packages finished coils as required.
• Maintain work area by keeping all tools and equipment in designated areas - 5s.
• Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork truck certification

Job description

This position is tasked with the safe operation of the EcoFlex and pre-insulated line. This equipment includes a screw extruder, corrugator and foam folders. In addition, this position is responsible for maintenance, process, and quality standards associated with the EcoFlex production. This position requires excellent communication skills needed to work closely with others including the ordering of materials. Delegates and prioritizes individual or team actions to enable Prioritizes daily activities and aligns actions to support overall function and business strategy. Models our Uponor values and behaviors and demonstrates peer leadership to engage diverse audiences through effective collaboration and influence. In conjunction with leadership, provides input on individual performance objectives that are aligned with the functional and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates the Ecoflex line and auxiliary equipment
• Performs required maintenance including changeovers
• Maintains accurate production paperwork
• Maintains communication with Supervisor
• Maintains quality standards
• Performs all tasks in a safe manner
• Changes belts, folders, corrugate blocks, materials and coils as required
• Schedules RAW materials deliveries and maintain the inventory
• Packages finished coils as required
• Maintain work area by keeping all tools and equipment in designated areas - 5s.
• Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives.

Qualifications: Education, Experience and Knowledge

• High school education or equivalent, preferred manufacturing experience of 1-3 years.
• Fork truck certification
• Right to Know Certificates, Licenses and registrations:

What will you get?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Four weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays
• 401k match up to 4%, fully vested on day one of enrollment

Disclaimers

Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada):

The expected compensation range for this position is $20.50-$30.20/hourly. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Please note that this range represents the full base hourly rate for the role and hiring at or near the top of the range is uncommon to ensure room for future pay advancement.

Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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