EXTRUSION ASSISTANT 1

Orafol Americas Inc; North Farms (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k plan with employer matching

Paid Holidays

PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

Orafol America's is seeking a Night Shift Extrusion Technician to work 7 PM to 7 AM on a rotating schedule, offering 36–48 hours per week with overtime. The role requires mechanical experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and forklift certification on-site.

Base pay starts at $20/hr with shift differentials; benefits include medical/dental/vision and a 401(k) with employer matching. This on-the-floor position supports the Extrusion Tech by packing goods, cleaning equipment, labeling, and paperwork,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade experience required.
• 1–3 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate forklifts.
• Physically active role on the floor with machinery.

Responsibilities

• Support Extrusion Technician by packing finished goods and preparing packaging.
• Clean equipment such as hoppers, blenders and bins.
• Learn labeling and paperwork requirements; obtain forklift certification.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and follow safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Housekeeping

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Trade

Tools

Scales

Measuring tape

PPE

Job description

Orafol America's is seeking a Night Shift Extrusion Technician to work 7 PM to 7 AM on a rotating week 1 and 2 schedule consisting of Week 1: 3 12-hr nights per week for 36 hours, Week 2: 4 12-hr nights per week including every other weekend for a total of 48 hours with 8 hours of OT paid. We offer opportunity for growth based on performance. Must have mechanical experience and be able to lift, move 50 pounds regularly. Pay rate starting at $20 hr base and up plus shift differentials commensurate with experience. Prior plastic's experience is preferred. This is a physically active on the floor working on machinery role.Our benefit package includes Medical/Dental/Vision, Voluntary Life Ins, Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Policies, FREE Life Insurance /STD/LTD, PTO, Paid Holidays as well as a 401k plan with employer matching contribution.Job summaryThe Assistant Tech 1 supports the main Extrusion Technician by packing finished goods, including stacking sheets and wrapping and strapping rolls as per the packaging specification. They will be responsible for cleaning equipment necessary to run the line. Ie. hoppers, blenders and bins. They will learn labelling and what paperwork is required. They will be certified on the forklift to move goods around the extrusion floor.The Assistant Tech must follow directions willingly and to the best of their ability. They must be a team player.There is also a physical component for this position. Material handling is available to do all heavy loading / lifting.The Assistant Tech must be capable of climbing ladders to load materials and to handle containers that weigh up to 35 Lbs on a regular basis or containers that can weigh up to 50 Lbs on an infrequent basis.The Assistant Tech is responsible for housekeeping in their area and following All safety policies and procedures, plus recommending changes to enhance equipment performance and improve safetyEssential functionsSafe operation of all Orafol manufacturing equipment.Certified to drive and operate Orafol Fork Trucks within the Plant.Understand and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.Comply with all OSHA regulations and Company Policies.Complete all paperwork/documentation accurately and completely.Follow all procedures, instructions, and specifications in performing their jobs. Any exceptions or changes must be properly documented.Proactively detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to Supervisor.Load all specified Raw Materials into designated Hoppers.Unloads, Packs, and Labels Finished Goods from the Line.The Technician should have minimal errors with minimal cost impact as a result of their mistakes.The Technician’s target is to maximize the \"% Time Saving Good Product\".The Technician must demonstrate proficiency for their current Grade LevelThe Technician must satisfy all criteria for certification in their Grade Level. This includes re-certification on a periodic basis.The Technician is responsible for gaining the necessary training towards improving their knowledge and work skills to be considered for the next Level.It is expected that BOTH the Company and the Employee are responsible for the Employee’s training requirements. Each Employee should know what additional training they need and gain access to the required procedures or documentation.The Technician should be able to initiate additional tasks, training, cleaning, etc. during slack times, without the need for direct orders.The Technician is expected to complete the scheduled tasks efficiently and within the designated time duration.The Technician is expected to meet specific performance targets that are set for a given time period.The Technician should offer ideas and suggestions that will improve the process or their job.The Technician must be supportive of any changes or upgrades to products, equipment, processes etc. They should be part of the change in mentality.Equipment KnowledgeUtility KnifeTape MeasureRespiratory Protective FilterForkliftUse of ScalesHand ToolsScrap Grinding Machines/ ProceduresSheeterShearStrapperMaterial DryersComputer (Labels, paperwork)Bridge CranesSheeter and ShearEnsuring proper sheet count.Neatly stacking and packaging the product correctly.Measuring to ensure proper sheet length.WinderMonitor roll for gauge bands, high edges and telescoping.How to weigh the roll and Package it properlyTrim Winders – how to load and unload air chucks.Raw Material Handling1. Material In Staging Area – transporting material from your designate stagingarea as directed.Main Hopper – loading the Main Hopper via the Novatec Vacuum System as directed.Hydreclaim Blender – loading ground scrap/ concentrate into the correct feeding hoppers as directed.Predryers – loading material into the predryers and labeling it properly.Scrap GrindingGrinding material that is produced on your line.Peeling masking/ cutting down sheets for grinding.Understanding of the different material for grinding.Natural/ Smoke Radel has a specific grinding machine to be used.Start Up ProcedurePrep line for start up, wiping down pin rolls, setting up trim winders, setting up the correct skid for finish product, etc.Threading the line with the extruded material as directed.Setting up to properly package product using the packaging specificationArea Clean UpEmployees will work together as a team unit by cleaning at the end of their shift and by maintaining an organized department.Follow prescribed safety policies in accordance to Orafol’s Safety program; use required PPE as specified for each Job Function.All Safety training requirements must be up to date: the company AND Each Technician is responsible for the completion of the required Training.The Technician is expected to complete one Position enrichment assignment per year. Assignments should be a collaboration between the Supervisor and Technician.Perform other duties as assigned or as the situation dictatesPOSITION requirementsEducation RequirementsHigh School Diploma/ GED/ Trade ExperienceWork Experience:1 to 3 years Manufacturing ExperienceAptitudes & Characteristics:Must have a positive “can do” attitude and a sense of accountability; takes initiativeMust be a fast learner, driven and self-motivated; strive towards continuous improvementRequired to maintain a clean and presentable appearance.Technician is expected to be prepared to do their job function, and at their workstation by the beginning of the shift.Technicians are expected to have minimum unplanned absences, as defined by the \"Employee Attendance Expectations\".The Technician must maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. This includes maintaining all tools and equipment.It is expected that the Technician works well with others; work cooperatively between shifts and departments in order that the overall company benefits.