Extrusion Technician — Precision Plastics Operator

Oldcastle APG, Inc.; Brooksville (FL); In loco; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is seeking an extrusion operator to operate and maintain complex extrusion machinery in a production setting. You will set up and run extrusion lines, monitor parameters, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, troubleshooting issues, and communicating with the production team. A high school diploma and plastics extrusion experience are required.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in the plastics extrusion field.
• Give and receive verbal and written communications in the English language.
• Read and understand all product specifications documentation.
• Use measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers, square, microscope, color meter).
• Pass a mechanical aptitude test.
• Basic computer skills (basic typing and data entry).
• Must be able to pass the Extrusion Operators Training course within ninety (90) days of hiring.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Mansioni

• Operate and have thorough understanding of how machinery functions to fabricate and manufacture products.
• Maintain and monitor machine to ensure proper functioning and output.
• Set-up / shutdown and operate extrusion machine(s) and auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor and adjust machine parameters (e.g. speed, temperature, pressure) during operation to maintain quality standards.
• Perform routine quality checks and inspections on extruded products (e.g. dimensions, surface finish).
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to Production Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process or equipment issues promptly.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of machines to ensure optimal performance (e.g. screws, die plates, purge, etc.).
• Adjust machine(s) as needed for changeovers, functionality, or other varying needs of production.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
• Verify adequate materials and supplies are available to complete operations as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team meetings.
• Follows all safety guidelines, including the proper use of PPE and housekeeping.
• Other duties may be assigned based on the needs of the business.

Conoscenze

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Reading specs

Formazione

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Strumenti

Measuring instruments

Basic computer skills

Descrizione del lavoro

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is seeking an extrusion operator to operate and maintain complex extrusion machinery in a production setting. You will set up and run extrusion lines, monitor parameters, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, troubleshooting issues, and communicating with the production team. A high school diploma and plastics extrusion experience are required.