Extruder Operator - A Shift

Transcendia,-Inc.; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Transcendia, Inc. in Richmond, IN is seeking an Extruder Operator for A Shift to efficiently control the extrusion line from raw material input to finished product.

The role requires reading production tickets, performing math, and maintaining quality and safety standards. You will operate set-ups, monitor speeds and gauges, and ensure alignment with the daily production schedule. Physical requirement to lift up to 50 lbs is noted.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read production tickets.
• Ability to perform math calculations and measure using tape or instruments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; computer literate.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion line from input to finished product.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow safety policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Record data to production logs and quality documents.
• Meet production schedules and communicate line issues promptly.

Skills

Production tickets reading

Effective communication

Mathematical calculations

Computer literacy

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification (if trained)

Tools

Job description

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Extruder Operator - A Shift

Full-Time Regular Full-Time Richmond, Richmond, IN, US

Job Summary:

To perform tasks necessary to efficiently control the operation of extrusion line from raw material input to finished product.

Must be able to work A Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Every Other Sunday, 6:45AM to 7PM.

Job Duties:

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse
• Maintains company’s quality standards and a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents
• Operation of the extrusion line and its operational functions which would include but not limited to; machine set-up, films and resins, color concentrates and/or additives, production speeds (input or output), start and stop functions, change over, down times, die and screw tear down, screen pack, line specific tools and proper lock out/tag out procedures
• Maintain extruded product to required gauge, length, width, bond strength, and color, dyne, maintaining surface finish or identifying surface defects and performing quality control tests required. This includes double check and data collection procedures currently in place
• Transfers data to the daily production log book, quality control documents or forms used in the production process
• Follow the production schedule and other related documents necessary to produce and meet customer orders including those with instructions
• Communicate line malfunctions in a timely manner to ensure production downtime is kept to a minimal
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and/or 1-2 years of experience or a forklift certification
• Ability to read production tickets
• Ability to work at an accelerated pace
• Ability to perform math calculations; and measure using measuring tape or other instruments
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; must be computer literate
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.