Extrusion Line Operator: Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Napoleon (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation Days

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems is seeking a Line Operator to manage a plastic extrusion line, uphold safety protocols, ensure quality, and maintain production targets. The role involves shift flexibility, PPE use, and reporting responsibilities across multiple production tasks.

Ideal candidates will have mechanical troubleshooting skills, basic computer ability, and the drive to learn and certify on multiple lines.

Qualifications

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, i.e. forklifts, in a safe manner
• Reading and Writing skills
• Self-motivated

Responsibilities

• Embraces a culture of safety
• Manages a plastic extrusion line to ensure finished goods meet quality specifications that meet customer needs
• Utilizes standard operating procedures to ensure the production line is running with specifications
• Leads with line tooling changes, start-ups and shutdowns
• Maintains a safe work environment through practicing proper PPE and housekeeping compliance.
• Accurately completes shift production and reporting paperwork.
• Conducts regular product sampling to ensure consistent quality
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance program
• Meets or exceeds standard production efficiencies on all production lines.
• Maintains and increases ability to operate various production lines through certifications
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical problems and perform repairs and adjustments to meet production needs as required.
• Perform tooling changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintain a safe working environment that includes the consistent use of Personal Protection Equipment to ensure your safety
• Practice continuous improvement which not only includes the line but also facility housekeeping

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Analytical thinking

Operate heavy machinery

Reading and writing

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Advanced Drainage Systems is seeking a Line Operator to manage a plastic extrusion line, uphold safety protocols, ensure quality, and maintain production targets. The role involves shift flexibility, PPE use, and reporting responsibilities across multiple production tasks.

Ideal candidates will have mechanical troubleshooting skills, basic computer ability, and the drive to learn and certify on multiple lines.