Extruder Operator - Multiple Shifts

Transcendia, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Transcendia Business is seeking an extrusion line operator to efficiently control the operation from input to finished product. You will set up, run, and monitor the line, ensuring product quality and data logging.

The role includes rotating 12-hour shifts: 6a-6p and 6p-6a, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to read production tickets, math skills, and good communication—plus the stamina to handle physical tasks and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 1–2 years experience.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Able to read production tickets and follow instructions.
• Able to perform math calculations and measure with tape.
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Computer literacy is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion line from start-up to shutdown per schedule.
• Set up machines, select films/resins, adjust speeds and changes.
• Maintain product gauge, length, width, color, and surface finish.
• Record data in daily production logs and QC forms.
• Follow safety policies and keep a clean, orderly area.
• Communicate malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training.

Skills

Read production tickets

Effective communication

Math calculations

Computer literacy

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Job description

Transcendia Business is a leader in custom engineered materials for critical product components in a wide range of markets and applications. The company provides deep material science expertise, outstanding customer service through broad geographic coverage and trusted product reliability.

Job Summary

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

Multiple Shifts Available

• Rotating 12 hour shifts
• Day Shift - 6a-6p
• Night shift 6p-6a

Job Duties

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse
• Maintains a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents
• Maintains company’s quality standards
• 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 Business, 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.