Extruder Operator (nights)

Vortex Companies, LLC; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Income protection insurance

Off the job accident insurance

PTO

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC in Martinsville, Virginia, United States is seeking an Extruder Operator for the night shift to monitor materials and ensure products meet customer requirements and quality controls.

You will read construction and customer sheets, program the electric eye system, load pellets, assist with machine setups, report quality issues, and maintain a clean, safe work environment on a full-time basis.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma.
• Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheet fully to meet customer requirements.
• Program electric eye system.
• Load pellets into extruder hopper.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups.
• Assist in tying down and wrapping material.
• Report any quality problems to supervisor immediately.
• Label problem areas in the liner.
• Perform maintenance duties as needed.
• Review supplies and report shortages to supervisor.
• Ensure drive roller is down prior to a run.
• Follow safety policies and keep a clean work environment.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

Extruder Operator (nights)

Vortex Companies, LLC Martinsville, Virginia, United States

About this position

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, A Vortex Company, is a leading provider of trenchless infrastructure solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining systems.

Join a world-class organization at the forefront of the trenchless industry, where WE WIN BIG TOGETHER . Our culture is built on putting safety first, supporting one another, and delivering excellence in everything we do.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for a team that invests in your training, development, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply today.

Summary

The Extruder Operator (night shift) participates in monitoring material to ensure product corresponds to the agreed customer requirements and meets Quality Control requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheet fully in order to meet the customer requirements.
• Responsible for programming electric eye system.
• Responsible for retrieving and loading pellets in extruder hopper.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups.
• Assisting co-workers in tying down material and wrapping material.
• Participate in reporting any quality problems to supervisor immediately.
• Label any problem areas in the liner.
• Perform maintenance duties as needed.
• Continually review supplies and report to your supervisor any shortages.
• Ensure drive roller is down prior to a run.
• Work in a safe manner at all times by following the company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties when required.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Will at times be asked to perform other duties.

Education and Experience

• GED/High School Diploma.
• Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Typical Physical Demands

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for 8+ hours a day, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, and twisting.
• Requires full range of motion including eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and move up to 60 lbs. on a continuous basis.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Able to wear required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working as required by the job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday but could include shift work, weekends, evenings and/or holidays - flexibility is required as job duties demand.

Benefits

we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

The pay range for this role is: 18.70 - 18.70 USD per hour (United Felts)