Extruder Operator - Off Shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Alliance (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a production operator to set up extrusion lines and operate related equipment. You will follow work instructions, load materials, and perform quality checks to ensure conformance to specifications.

The role requires strong verbal communication, basic math skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Teamwork and adherence to safety and lean practices are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Production experience is helpful but not required.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools.
• Sound decision making skills.
• Good math, reading and writing skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Mental and visual acuity for producing quality products.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Office package.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Employee must pass pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion equipment and related machinery.
• Follow work instructions and process sheets to complete line set ups and material loading.
• Conduct quality checks using visual inspection, tape measure, calipers, and other gauges; document results.
• Complete necessary records and reports.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot minor problems; notify maintenance as needed.
• Prioritize tasks based on guidance from the Work Leader/Value Stream Team Leader.
• Follow safety protocols and 5S practices to reduce risk and improve safety.
• Coordinate with Material Handler/Warehouse when supplies are needed.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Verbal and interpersonal communication

Mechanical aptitude

Math, reading, writing

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsible for the set up and operation of extrusion and other associated equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Operators will follow the established work instructions and process specification sheets to complete line set ups, mixing materials, loading hoppers, and processing scrap as required by operational needs.

2. To ensure quality, the operator will follow ISO policies and procedures, maintain production rates/schedule, and perform quality checks during the work process by inspecting the product both visually and using O.D. and/or PI Tape and calipers and assure conformance to specification by eliminating known defects and documenting good and non-conforming product.

3. Correctly complete all necessary records, reports, etc., as required.

4. Operator will diagnose and troubleshoot minor problems to prevent serious mechanical failures and communicate with maintenance when needed.

5. Operator will prioritize job duties based on information obtained from the Work Leader/Value Stream Team Leader.

6. Monitor and follow all safety preventative measures and practices, including 5S and safety guidelines.

7. Operator will communicate with Material Handler/Warehouse when needing supplies.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately.

Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.

Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.

Other duties may be assigned later.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education required/ preferred:

High School diploma or GED

Experience:

Production work preferred but not required

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Basic knowledge and use of hand tools

Sound decision making skills

Good math, reading, writing skills

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

Mental and visual acuity for production of quality product

Strong trouble shooting skills

1. Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office package

2. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Other Skills:

Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment:

Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE