Extrusion Technician (3rd Shift)

Georg Fischer Ltd.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer Ltd. in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking an Extrusion Technician for the 3rd shift to operate and set up extrusion machines and ensure safe, high-quality output.

You will monitor processes, adjust settings, perform routine quality checks with calipers and gauges, load materials, and collaborate with maintenance and QA teams.

We value safety and accuracy; candidates should have at least a high school diploma and manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 8 hours.
• Ability to read and write English clearly.
• Ability to identify different materials and products.
• Forklift operation capability.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion machines according to specs and safety rules.
• Monitor operations for consistent quality and output.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain optimal production.
• Repair equipment and replace worn components.
• Perform routine quality checks with calipers, micrometers, gauges.
• Record production data and complete shift logs.
• Load raw materials and monitor material feed.
• Follow safety procedures and report safety issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance and QA teams.
• Maintain the work area and machines; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Material identification

English literacy

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

## Extrusion Technician (3rd Shift)Applylocations: Little Rock, Arkansastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10587## **Primary Job Responsibilities*** Set up and operate extrusion machines according to job specifications and safety standards* Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality and output* Adjust machine settings (e.g., speed, temperature, pressure) to maintain optimal production conditions* Make repairs to equipment when necessary and replace all broken and/or worn components* Perform routine quality checks and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges* Record production data and complete shift logs accurately* Load raw materials and monitor material feed* Follow all safety procedures and report any safety problems to the Production Manager immediately* Commitment to our continuous improvement and safety initiatives* Identify, label, weigh and dispose of scrap* Clean and maintain machines and work area to ensure operational efficiency* Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams as needed* Fulfill the role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instruction* Identify and resolve basic machine malfunctions or deviation* Perform all other duties as assigned## Knowledge & Skill Requirements:## This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:* High school graduate, GED or equivalent* 6 months of manufacturing experience* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. standing/walking 8 hours per day* Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.* Must have the capability to correctly identify the different materials and product* Ability to drive a forklift to move material and pipe* Must be able to work with minimum direction after being trained## Core Values:* ### Respect for people* ### Quality minded## Core and Critical Competencies: The following competencies in which all employees shall have a satisfactory level of skills:* ### Safety* ### Interpersonal skills* ### Customer satisfaction* ### Team-oriented* ### Quality* ### Ethics## Physical Requirements:* ### Walking – frequently 4-5 hrs* ### Standing – 2 hrs* ### Climbing – occasionally* ### Squatting/Stooping – Rarely* ### Reaching – occasionally Lifting - up to 40# frequently* ### Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)## Safety Requirements:* ### The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures.* ### Must wear proper PPEPlease submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.