Extrusion Winder (Production) Operator

Polychem LLC; Mentor (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Polychem LLC is seeking an Extrusion Winder Operator in Mentor, OH to set up and maintain production lines, monitor and adjust equipment, and provide guidance to operators on night shifts or rotating schedules. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour with a $1.50 per hour night shift premium.

This role requires attention to product specs, safety, and basic math skills. The position involves troubleshooting, minor maintenance, and assisting with maintenance tasks while ensuring material specifications

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Read, write and possess basic math skills.
• Good Mechanical aptitude and prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment using product specifications to manufacture product.
• Change screen packs in extruders as needed.
• Monitor temperatures in extruders and ovens and adjust as necessary.
• Troubleshoot production problems and write work orders when necessary.
• Ensure proper raw materials and additives are used according to product specifications.
• Ensure safety guards are in place and working properly.
• Troubleshoot production problems and take corrective action.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment and assist with maintenance tasks.
• Provide guidance to machine operators as necessary.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The Extrusion Winder Operator works under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor. Responsible for setup and maintaining one to four production lines. Provides assistance and direction to machine operators. Monitors and records correlation of strapping produced to product specifications. Troubleshoots production problems and communicates problems to Foreman. Performs minor maintenance on entire machine and related equipment. Performs housekeeping duties and other tasks as assigned.

Schedules:

• 4 days on, 4 days off, 7:00pm-7:00am
• 2, 2, 3 Rotating days, 7:00am-7:00pm

Starting Pay: $18.00/Hour

Night Shift Premium: $1.50/Hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses product specifications to set up equipment to manufacture product.
• Change screen packs in extruders as needed.
• Monitors temperatures in extruders and ovens and adjusts as necessary.
• Observes and maintains conditions of equipment, communicates problems and writes work orders when necessary.
• Makes sure that proper raw materials and additives are being used according to product specifications.
• Ensures that all safety guards are in place and working properly.
• Responsible for troubleshooting production problems and taking corrective action.
• Cleans and maintains equipment when applicable.
• Makes minor repairs as necessary such as clearing and draining water lines, checking and changing filters, clearing or changing winder arms, assisting with other maintenance.
• Providing guidance and aid to machine operators as necessary.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Read, write and possess basic math skills.
• Good Mechanical aptitude and experience
• Prior manufacturing experience a plus
• Meticulous attention to detail.