Extrusion Operator Technician

SeaCa Plastic Packaging; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus pay

Job summary

SeaCa Plastic Packaging in Surprise, AZ is seeking two Extrusion Operator Technicians to join our manufacturing team. You will operate extrusion lines, perform preventative maintenance, and conduct basic mechanical repairs.

You will work with a team of 3-9 colleagues, ensure a safe, clean work area, follow lockout-tag-out procedures, and use our systems to start and close work orders. This is a hands-on operator role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining extrusion equipment and related components.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems on extrusion lines.
• Follows safety rules and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on extrusion equipment for the assigned shift.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist with repairs as needed.
• Operate extrusion line and lead tooling changes and PM cleaning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Use forklift to move items and participate in shift reporting.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical repair

Extrusion equipment

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Job description

Extrusion Operator Technician

SeaCa Plastic Packaging LLC Surprise, Arizona, United States

About this position

Description: The Surprise, AZ location of SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC is currently looking to add two Extrusion Operator Technicians to our team. The Extrusion Operator Technician will conduct preventative maintenance and basic mechanical repair of the components used in Extrusion.

Position Summary

Works in extrusion as an operator and in charge of extrusion preventative maintenance and basic mechanical repair of the components used in Extrusion.

• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of all equipment used in extrusion assigned to the shift.
• Expected to trouble shoot mechanical problems on the extrusion equipment and perform basic repair and seek help in major repairs that is identified as required.
• Equipment included, but not limited to: material handling system, pelletizer, all components of the extrusion line, silos, rail car unloading system, chilled water system, compressed air and components, stacker.
• Organize and lead tooling changes, PM cleaning, and maintenance of tooling.
• Maintains safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Obeys and conforms to all safety rules and regulations, always being aware of surroundings (foot traffic, product, other forklift, ect.), Follow lock out-tag-out safety and all personal protective equipment required for the job including gloves, heat protection sleeves, safety harnesses, hard hats, and other items as required.
• Works with the company software and programs to initiate work orders and close orders as they are completed, fill out shift reports and communicate with maintenance and the shift lead on work orders.
• Uses forklift to move items as required.
• Counts finished goods inventory and helps in other ways to keep the flow of product going efficiently, when required.
• Helps to initiate, recommend improvements, and provide solutions to repetitive mechanical breakdowns to leadership and co-workers, and help the implementation of solutions.
• Maintains current forklift operators' certification card.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Schedule is: B Shift: Sun - Tues/Weds 7pm - 7am C Shift: Weds/Thurs - Sat 7am -7pm

Requirements:

SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC relocated to Surprise, AZ from Fowler, CA in 2019. SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC is one of the companies under the umbrella of Seattle-Tacoma Box Company headquartered in Kent, WA. Currently, Seattle-Tacoma Box Company conducts manufacturing and supports assembly operations and warehouses in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. Seattle-Tacoma Box Company is the parent company of SeaCa Packaging, Inc. operating in Dinuba and Stockton, CA, SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC operating in Surprise, AZ, and our most recent addition to the family, Harvest House Packaging, LLC operating in Holtville, CA.

The company collectively specialize in the manufacturing and distribution of corrugated, corrugated plastic and wooden packaging used throughout the food industry. Washington, Alaska, Oregon, California, and Arizona. SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC is an industry pioneer in the production of plastic corrugated products used throughout the food industry.

This is an operator level position for work in a manufacturing environment. Training is provided to help you grow your career. You will be joining a crew of 3-9 people working as a team to accomplish the operating goals of the shift. Bonus pay can be earned as a member of the team that achieves their manufacturing goal. Work week is either 3/4 days or 7 days every 14 calendar days, you will have 50% of your days off. Typically, you earn 74 ½ hours of regular pay plus 6 hours overtime every 2-week rotation.

Schedule is: B Shift: Sun - Tues/Weds 7pm - 7am D Shift: Weds/Thurs - Sat 7pm - 7am

The Surprise, AZ location of SeaCa Plastic Packaging, LLC is currently looking to add two Extrusion Operator Technicians to our team. The Extrusion Operator Technician will conduct preventative maintenance and basic mechanical repair of the components used in Extrusion.

Position Summary

Works in extrusion as an operator and in charge of extrusion preventative maintenance and basic mechanical repair of the components used in Extrusion.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of all equipment used in extrusion assigned to the shift.
• Expected to trouble shoot mechanical problems on the extrusion equipment and perform basic repair and seek help in major repairs that is identified as required.
• Equipment included, but not limited to: material handling system, pelletizer, all components of the extrusion line, silos, rail car unloading system, chilled water system, compressed air and components, stacker.
• Organize and lead tooling changes, PM cleaning, and maintenance of tooling.
• Maintains safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Obeys and conforms to all safety rules and regulations, always being aware of surroundings (foot traffic, product, other forklift, ect.), Follow lock out-tag-out safety and all personal protective equipment required for the job including gloves, heat protection sleeves, safety harnesses, hard hats, and other items as required.
• Works with the company software and programs to initiate work orders and close orders as they are completed, fill out shift reports and communicate with maintenance and the shift lead on work orders.
• Uses forklift to move items as required.
• Counts finished goods inventory and helps in other ways to keep the flow of product going