Extrusion Operator

Novolex; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,100 - 38,021; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex in Franklin Park, IL, is hiring an Extrusion Machine Operator to ensure optimal machine operation and production quality. Responsibilities include troubleshooting machine issues, training less experienced staff, and maintaining safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have over 1 year of experience, solid problem-solving skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, reinforcing our commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 1+ years working in a manufacturing environment as an Extrusion Machine Operator.
• Experience and willingness to work 12-hour rotating schedules including every other weekend.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting experience with Extrusion Machines.
• Ability to perform quality checks and understand production measurement tools.
• Comfortable wearing PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation.
• Troubleshoots and corrects machine-related problems.
• Provides support to less experienced personnel.
• Completes end of shift paperwork accurately.
• Inspects products and makes machine adjustments as necessary.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Job description

Job Description

Extrusion Machine Operator|Franklin Park, IL|Hiring Immediately

Compensation

• Starting rate of $21.85 - $27.60 an hour

Available Shift

• Day Shift
• 7:00am - 7:00pm

Text to Apply Number

• 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consistently and safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization
• Troubleshoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine
• Provide innovative solutions for production issues
• Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel
• Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities
• Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects
• Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines
• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required

Qualifications:

• 1+ years working in a manufacturing environment as an Extrusion Machine Operator
• Experience and willingness to work 12 hour rotating schedules including every other weekend
• Ability to show up for work prior to shift and be prepared to get the day going on time
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting experience working with Extrusion Machines
• Excellent communication skills, detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency
• Analytical and math skills
• Ability to perform quality checks and have an understanding of production measurement tools
• Knowledge of product quality standards
• Comfortable wearing PPE such as hairnets, beard-nets, steel-toed shoes/boots, ear protection and bump caps when required
• Manual dexterity

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].