Extruder Operator

Southwire Company, LLC; Bremen (IN); On-site; USD 37,360 - 42,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking an Extruder Operator in Bremen. This role involves operating and setting up extrusion lines, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining communication with supervision. Candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to lift weights and work in a noisy environment.

The position offers various benefits, including health insurance, a 401k with matching, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Good judgment for operating extrusion lines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion lines and related equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and peers.
• Maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Physical stamina

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and job‑site power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner.

Location: BREMENEAST

Shift: TBD

Pay Rate: $27.12- $30.69

Job Overview

The Extruder Operator is a high skill role that will set up and operate extrusion lines and related equipment, including nylon extruders, pay‑offs and take‑ups. These lines that fall under this job class mainly operate as two‑person lines.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
• Must be able to read and comprehend production orders and the instrumentation on complex equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, etc.)
• Judgments concerning operation of extrusion line and related equipment are encountered

Primary Job Tasks

• Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins
• Responsible for proper setup of extrusion line and related equipment with correct tip and die and correct wire size
• Responsible to maintain correct wire size, insulation thickness and concentricity
• Responsible for application of correct print of acceptable quality on cable
• Responsible for observing Southwire safety rules, maintaining good housekeeping and performing all other duties as assigned
• Responsible for using proper compound and correct amounts of color concentrate
• Responsible to keep wire and compound loss at a minimum during start‑up and changeovers
• Responsible for correct inventory of WIP tags daily

Cross Training

Will be required to cross‑train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility. Once trained in more complex jobs, you may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy. You will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency.

Quality

Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to guide all daily quality activities. Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed. Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager.

Safety

Working safely is a condition of employment. Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact. Extruders give off a substantial amount of radiant heat. The hopper vacuums, motors, air‑wipes and other machinery can be quite noisy. Properly wear all required PPE. Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the job. Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the job. Maintain all work areas to 5S standards. Perform pre‑operation safety inspection and hazard analysis.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job includes balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting. Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate‑control. The operator is constantly exposed to water, some heat, cold, dust and fumes.

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short‑Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• and more

Southwire 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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.