Extruder Operator Trainee

Hood Packaging Corporation; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 34,012 - 43,711; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Hood Packaging Corporation in Roseville, MN is seeking an Extruder Operator Trainee to join our manufacturing team on rotating 12-hour shifts. You will train on the Day Shift and learn to run extruders, perform quality checks, and maintain safe, clean equipment while meeting production goals.

The role emphasizes teamwork, following work instructions, and helping to train crew members. Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, on-the-job training, and the ability to lift up to

Qualifications

• Reads and understands the work write-up.
• Operates extrusion equipment to meet quality and production targets.
• Maintains a safe, clean work area and follows procedures.
• Trains crew members and supports on-the-job learning.

Responsibilities

• Assure quality checks, tests, and procedures are carried out per SQF requirements.
• Run extruders efficiently with high quality and low waste.
• Keep extruders and surrounding area neat and orderly.
• Monitor printed material for defects and report to supervisor.
• Direct the work and training of crew in a safe manner.

Skills

Extruder operation

Quality checks

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Hood Packaging Corporationhas a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From day one, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal at Hood Packaging is to provide a product that is manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We are able to meet our goal every day because we employ some of the best packaging people in the industry. We couldn't succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and you want a career. Consider Hood Packaging Corporation.

Position is at our Roseville, MN location.

Rotating 12-hour shifts

Train on Day Shift

Pay-$24.69 - $31.73

General Description:

The Extruder Operator Trainee is responsible for the following:

• Assure quality checks, tests, and procedures are carried out as required and follows all SQF requirements.
• Running the extruders efficiently, with very high quality and low waste.
• Keeping extruders and surrounding area in a neat, clean and orderly condition.
• Monitor printed material for print defects during quality checks and report them to supervisor for review.
• Assuring that procedures are carried out.
• Organizing the pre-setup and obtaining materials necessary to start the next order in a timely manner.
• Directing the work and the training of their crew in a safe manner. The Extruder Operator can make suggestions for the additional training of individuals on their crew to the Lead Person or the Floor Supervisor.
• Cross training an individual(s) from a different department to be an Extruder Helper. The Helper can make suggestions for additional training of individuals.
• Communicating all pertinent information to the Extruder Operator on the next crew.
• Understand a work write-up
• follow other duties assigned by Supervisors.
• Complete all training as required.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements:

The Extruder Operator Trainee understands and can perform the following:

• Reads and understand the work write-up.
• Understand the mechanics of the extruders and can properly set-up and run the lines to meet or exceed the requirements of Hood Flexible Packaging and the customer.
• Works effectively with their crew, promoting a team environment.
• Is trained and able to properly conduct required quality checks.
• Must be able to operate extruders while meeting quality and production goals established by management.
• Must demonstrate good troubleshooting skills and high standards for quality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School or GED
• Training: Trade School or On the Job with qualified Extruder Operator.
• Experience: On the Job.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must possess the manual dexterity to successfully operate various measuring devices.
• Vision: Must have normal Color Vision.

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Vacation
• Holidays

Hood Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap or any other legally protected status.