Extrusion Set-Up Technician

A. B. Boyd Co. (DNU) (inactive); Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp is seeking a Set-Up Technician for its extrusion production line in Elkhart, Indiana. You will ensure correct machine setup, address issues, document reports, and support a team of operators while managing rotations and downtime.

The role requires a High School Diploma, knowledge of plastic extrusion, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand 10 hours. Lean manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of plastic extrusion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand for a 10-hour shift and lift 25–75 lbs.
• Ability to read a work order and use a tape measure within 1/16".

Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion machinery and downstream equipment and tooling.
• Operate extrusion machinery daily with multiple materials and configurations.
• Clean equipment and tools used in the extrusion process.
• Document setup and quality paperwork accurately.
• Identify and correct problems; train others and reduce scrap.
• Maintain safety, health, and environmental compliance.
• Fill in for operators during breaks and rotations.
• Inspect parts for quality and notify issues immediately.
• Report equipment failures to Maintenance.

Skills

Plastic extrusion

Communication skills

Reading work orders

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting capability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Caliper

Micrometer

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary The Set-Up Technician plays a crucial role in the extrusion production process and reports directly to the Production Supervisor. They are responsible for ensuring the production equipment is set up correctly and according to product specifications. They use their problem-solving skills to address machine errors and their communication skills to document reports. The technician also supports leadership for a team of operators and manages rotations and downtime.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up extrusion machinery, including all downstream equipment and tooling
• Operate extrusion machinery daily, working with multiple materials and configurations, without direct supervision
• Clean equipment and tools used in the extrusion process
• Complete detailed documentation as it relates to machine set-up and quality system requirements, and ensure that all required paperwork is accurate and complete
• Identify and correct problems; apply experience and knowledge in adjusting and training of others in areas of expertise; document changes; monitor and focus on scrap reduction
• Identify and assist in resolving safety, health, or environmental issues associated with processes or equipment, and maintain compliance with good manufacturing processes
• Fill in for operators when rotations for breaks are needed
• Produce quality parts; inspecting and approving profiles to ensure they meet all manufacturing requirements
• Inspect the quality of materials and alert Production Supervisor or appropriate personnel of material issues and/or failures immediately
• Inspect the quality of machinery and report equipment failures to the Maintenance Department
• Responsible for the updating of set-up sheets and documentation as required
• Must have the knowledge to set up all lines within the manufacturing plant

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of plastic extrusion
• Strong communication skills- written and verbal
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Standard plant work environment and involves lifting moderately heavy items (over 25lbs and up to 75lbs)
• Ability to stand for a 10-hour shift, which may include: bending, twisting, climbing, walking, and lifting
• Ability to read a work order and use a tape measure within 1/16”

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior plastic extrusion experience
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Caliper and micrometer experience

Company Overview

Boyd is the world’s leading innovator in sustainable engineered material and thermal solutions that make our customers’ products better, safer, faster, and more reliable. We develop and combine technologies to solve ambitious performance targets in our customers’ most critical applications. By implementing technologies and material science in novel ways to seal, protect, cool, and interface, Boyd has continually redefined the possible and championed customer success for over 90 years.

Location

Elkhart, Indiana

All Job Posting Locations (Location) Elkhart

Remote Type On-Site

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Boyd is the trusted global innovator of sustainable solutions that make our customers’ products better, safer, faster, and more reliable. As a leader in the industry we focus on our people, customers, technology, innovation, materials, and market needs of today and performance requirements of the future. We are always looking for ambitious minds to help us deliver advanced technology to our customers. Together we solve the challenges of today and empower solutions of tomorrow. Boyd is the world’s leading innovator in sustainable engineered material that make our customers’ products better, safer, faster, and more reliable. We develop and combine technologies to solve ambitious performance targets in our customers’ most critical applications. By implementing technologies and material science in novel ways to seal, protect, cool, and interface, Boyd has continually redefined the possible and championed customer success for over 90 years.