Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (6:454AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Atkore International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Leave under federal/state/local law

Job summary

Atkore is seeking a 1st Shift Extrusion Machine Operator in Dallas, TX to operate extrusion equipment in a plastics manufacturing environment. You will read production schedules, adjust controls, and record hourly readings to ensure products meet specifications.

The role requires extrusion experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts. You will troubleshoot the strapping machine, package finished pipe, and perform changeovers on pipes.

Qualifications

• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow the production schedule.
• Adjust controls to meet measurements and diameters; record hourly readings.
• Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Package finished pipe into proper crates.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Be familiar with product and material composition.
• Perform changeovers and start-ups on pipes.

Skills

Extrusion experience

High School Diploma

12-hour shifts

Safety awareness

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (6:45AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a 1st Shift Extrusion Machine Operator to be based out of Dallas, TX. Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required). Reporting to Shift Lead, the Extrusion Machine Operator will be responsible for measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and micrometers.

What you'll do:

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure is followed.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters. Record hourly pipe readings such as weights, wall thickness, diameter, and length. Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Expert package finished pipe into proper crate quantities.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Familiar with the product and the compound material.
• Able to perform changeovers and start-ups on small and medium-diameter pipes.

What you'll bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required)
• Must be able to work 12-hourshifts.
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete any required training.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Shift Schedule:

• Day Shift- 7AM - 7:00PM

Who we are:

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that's consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually try to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Do you have what it takes?

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of thecurrent pay for this position is $23.00 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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