Extrusion Operator

AHF; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

AHF Products in Cartersville, GA is seeking a skilled Extrusion Operator to manage shift operations of the extrusion line, coordinate daily activities with the shift leader, monitor production results, and optimize the extrusion process.

The role requires performing quality checks, adjusting machine settings as needed, maintaining safe and clean equipment, and collaborating with team members to resolve issues and keep production on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with extrusion processes and line operation.
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Responsibilities

• Assist on starting up and shutting down of the extrusion line and adjust settings as needed in coordination with the shift leader.
• Monitor quality and perform time-sensitive quality checks; ensure extrusion line has correct raw materials.
• Calibrate and test equipment at each shift; adjust pressure, speed and temperature to maintain peak operation.
• Communicate equipment problems and maintain cleaning and maintenance on a regular basis.
• Comply with safety guidelines and maintain orderly and clean work area.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Fast-paced environment

Background check

Drug screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a skilled Extrusion Operator to be located at our plant in Cartersville, GA. The Extrusion Operator will be responsible for shift wise operation of the extrusion machine reporting to shift leader to organize the daily activities on the extrusion machine and is responsible for production results and optimum operation of the extrusion process. The operator checks the quality of the product and adjusts the settings as needed.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a skilled Extrusion Operator to be located at our plant in Cartersville, GA. The Extrusion Operator will be responsible for shift wise operation of the extrusion machine reporting to shift leader to organize the daily activities on the extrusion machine and is responsible for production results and optimum operation of the extrusion process. The operator checks the quality of the product and adjusts the settings as needed.

Job Duties

• Assist on starting up and shutting down of the line. Adjust setting if needed in communication with shift leader and within process specification. Monitors quality. Performs time sensitive quality checks. Ensure the extrusion line has correct raw materials.
• Accounts in system the produced products. Adjust, calibrate, and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature, and general operation. Examine visually, weigh and measure components created from equipment at the end of the week to ensure machines are producing according to company and industry regulations and standards, adjusting as needed.
• Work with team members, shift supervisors and all necessary personnel to take care of complications as they arise. Communicate with fellow team members to learn of any equipment problems or malfunctions and take care of them as they come up. Use regulated cleaning solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses and cleaning cloths to properly maintain and clean equipment on a bimonthly basis.
• Make repairs to equipment when necessary, and replace all defective, broken or worn-out components. Choose and install cutters, molds, and all other necessary equipment parts so machines are always operating at peak efficiency. Responsible for order and cleanliness.
• Follow safety guidelines.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Extrusion experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
• Positive and Verifiable Work History

Physical Demands

• Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 50lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive movements
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.
• Exposure to noise environment requiring hearing protection.
• Must be able and willing to work in non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.

Mental Demands

• Make decisions
• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
• Attention to detail
• Communicate effectively
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a Sense of Urgency

Ahf Products

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring ®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®, tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®. Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®. Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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