Extrusion Technician — Precision Plastic Production

POLYTEX FIBERS CORPORATION; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Polytex Fibers LLC in Houston, TX is seeking an Extrusion Operator responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to melt resin and shape plastic sheets. You will adjust tooling to meet product specifications.

This role requires monitoring defects, following GMPs and HACCP, reporting unsafe conditions, coordinating with the weaving department, troubleshooting issues, measuring material properties, keeping the area clean, and completing accurate production reports.

Competenze

• Familiarity with GMPs, FSSC 22000:2005 and HACCP.

Mansioni

• Ensure all parameters of Safety, Food Safety and Quality are comply to minimize workplace hazards.
• Immediately report to supervisor any incident or unsafe condition identified in the workplace.
• Review working conditions of the extruder and of the dosing equipment.
• Verify all additives are in the correct tank by visually reviewing the additive inventory, including dashboard.
• Coordinate with weaving material handler to transfer the yarn to the weaving department.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or malfunctions that may arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
• Check function of winders and temperature and operation of the chillers.
• Measure material density, cohesion, and adhesion.
• Be vigilant of the material that is left and check the silos.
• Maintain area organized and clean.
• Fill out production reports with accuracy and attention.
• Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
• Follows safety policies and sanitation regulations.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Conoscenze

Independent worker

Mechanical ability

Basic math

Safety awareness

Organized multitasking

Detail oriented

Reading & writing

Stamina to stand 50 lb lift

Descrizione del lavoro

Polytex Fibers LLC in Houston, TX is seeking an Extrusion Operator responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to melt resin and shape plastic sheets. You will adjust tooling to meet product specifications.

This role requires monitoring defects, following GMPs and HACCP, reporting unsafe conditions, coordinating with the weaving department, troubleshooting issues, measuring material properties, keeping the area clean, and completing accurate production reports.