Extrusion Operator

Direct Staffing Inc; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for Site Logistics Operators/Material Handlers for an industry-leading chemical company in Santa Rosa, California. The role involves supporting the R&D Extrusion department, following procedures, operating equipment, and ensuring quality. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in medical device manufacturing or mechanical roles. Responsibilities include equipment operation, quality assurance, and maintaining safety and efficiency standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• 2+ years of mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Process Instructions and Quality Policy.
• Operate all burn room equipment and hand tools.
• Inspect extruder parts for wear.

Skills

Extrusion and process troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Basic knowledge of computers

Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisor

Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years of college or trade school preferred

Job description

Kelly Services is looking to hire several Site Logistics Operators/Material Handlers in Knoxville, TN for an industry leading chemical company. For this opportunity, you could be placed as a Chemical Finished Product Operator or a Polymers Packaging/Warehousing/Shipping Operator on a long-term, indefinite assignment. You will be working with chemicals and should be comfortable doing such - either with previous experience or the willingness to learn.

Job Description

Support Cardio Vascular R&D Extrusion department by supplying clean tooling to the extrusion lines and partaking in the disassembly and reassembly of extruders.

Available Shifts

• 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Position Responsibilities

• Follow all Process Instructions, Specification Boards, SOPs, DOPs, Quality Policy and other related documents
• Identify/communicate equipment/setup issues and provide status updates to Engineers/Supervisor/Peers.
• Prepare resins per Mix Resin procedure.
• Calibrate transducers and start purging the extruder.
• Maintain 5s and utilize all lean tools.
• Machine breakdowns and set ups
• Operate all burn room equipment and hand tools.
• Assemble parts and have quick change die carts ready for breakdowns.
• Make sure crosshead, extrusion line, and all equipment are aligned and straight.
• Operate the ultrasonic cleaner system and subsequent filter cleaning.
• Bubble test filters, bag and tag them, update filter inventory database, and bubble point database.
• Tooling set-up
• Define suitable tooling for extrusion requisition per DDR or DDB.
• Select correct filters for runs.
• Inspect damaged pin and dies. Remove damaged tooling from inventory.
• Assemble bullets and hypo-tubes to make extruder pins.
• Keep pin and die cart current with the availability board.
• Inventory control of tools and equipment.
• Clean and polish tooling, screws and extruder parts.
• Inspect extruder parts for wear.
• Assure the equipment is being handled properly at all times.
• Understand and follow department procedures and quality policies.
• Maintain an expected level of attendance and teamwork

Education Required

High school diploma or GED.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• Extrusion and process troubleshooting.
• Machine breakdowns and set‑ups
• 2+ years of medical device manufacturing experience preferred
• 2+ years of mechanical experience preferred
• 2+ years of college or trade school preferred
• Good organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisor
• Basic knowledge of computers
• Legible handwriting
• Ability to work with small components
• Ability to perform repetitive work
• Familiarity with manufacturing safety and ergonomics
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• Physical Job Requirements:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and have good manual dexterity.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, lift, push or pull light weight occasionally 5‑20 pounds and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include excellent eyesight and good color vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.
• The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers.

On The Job Training

Training conducted by a burn room trainer on a different shift may be required.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.