Extrusion Operator - 3rd Shift (Extrusion Experience Required)

Proterial Cable America; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Proterial Cable America is seeking an Extrusion Operator to manufacture plastic tubing to customer specs in a controlled environment. This role focuses on setting up extrusion equipment, adjusting tooling, and maintaining process parameters for single lumen tubes.

Candidates should have strong technical aptitude, be able to work independently or in a team, and follow safety rules. The position requires lifting up to 25 pounds, with occasional 50–100 pounds, and 3rd shift hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong technical aptitude is required.
• Ability to communicate technical challenges and receive improvement suggestions is necessary.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Quality conscious with attention to detail and ability to follow through is required.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude is a must.

Responsibilities

• Set up, up and operate the extrusion equipment according to approved parameters for single lumen tubes.
• Adjust tooling to produce extrusions that meet specifications.
• Adjust processing parameters within approved ranges to maintain product within spec.
• Inspect products using approved methods and equipment.
• Collect and package products per approved standards.
• Observe machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Enter data into computer and complete paperwork as required.
• Perform proper line shutdown and purge per work instructions.
• Remove tooling and prepare equipment for next order.
• Collaborate with supervisor or others to address issues and resolve problems.
• Assist in training other operators as required.
• Lift materials/equipment up to 25 lbs, occasionally 50–100 lbs.
• Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions/injuries.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication of issues

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Schematics

Engineering drawings

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Please only apply if you have relevant extrusion experience and can work 3rd Shift - 12:00AM-8:00AM

Position Summary

The Extrusion Operator will be responsible for manufacturing plastic tubing products that meet customer specifications. This position follows standard work methods to ensure production repeatability and the highest quality standards. This job operates in a controlled manufacturing environment designed for sustained production. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Set up, up and operate the extrusion equipment according to approved parameters for the item(s) to be manufactured – specifically related to single lumen tubes.
• Adjust tooling as required to produce extrusions that meet the specifications
• Adjust processing parameters as allowed within the approved range(s) in order to maintain the product within the approved specification
• Inspect products according to approved methods and standards using approved equipment
• Collect and package products according to approved standards as required
• Observe machine operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunction
• Complete applicable paperwork and enter data into computer as required
• Perform proper line shutdown and purging as per work instructions
• Remove tooling and arrange equipment in preparation for the next work order to be processed
• Confer with supervisor/manager or other applicable parties to address and resolve problems
• Assist in training other operators as required
• Lifting of materials and equipment is necessary, typically not in excess of 25 pounds. but occasionally may be between 50-100 pounds
• Obey all safety rules, use caution in work activities, and continuously practice safe behaviors
• Immediately report unsafe conditions/behaviors and work-related injuries to site supervision

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong technical aptitude required
• Ability to communicate technical challenges and receive and carry out improvement suggestions is necessary
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Quality conscious with an attention to detail and ability to follow through
• Self-starter with a positive attitude a must

Preferred

• Plastic tubing extrusion manufacturing experience is not required, but strongly preferred
• Must be able to work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instruction

An Aff…

Proterial Cable America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.