Line Technician - Extrusion

Samuel, Son & Co.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. in Fort Mill, SC, seeks a detail-oriented Line Technician to verify production orders, monitor line performance, and document deviations. You will ensure quality standards, maintain process parameters, and assist maintenance when needed.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and basic data-entry skills within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Safety and accuracy are essential in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Verify accuracy of current production orders and remaining balance.
• Ensure the production line operates within specifications and meets quality standards.
• Maintain correct draw ratios, annealing ratios, and other relevant parameters.
• Complete daily Line Conditions sheet and document deviations.
• Notify Shift Supervisor and Maintenance of operational issues.
• Verify correct blend setup and additives.
• Perform hourly checks of all process parameters and log findings.
• Monitor dryers for Full status and report issues.
• Check product for visual inspection and accuracy.
• Assist in grinding scrap from line breaks.
• Ensure winds produced and packaged correctly.
• Submit work orders or safety work orders for repairs.
• Verify packaging matches BOM for current run.
• Complete production paperwork accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification (plus)

Experience in manufacturing or production

Job description

Responsibilities

• Verify the accuracy of current production orders and remaining balance.
• Ensure the production line operates within specifications and meets quality standards.
• Maintain correct draw ratios, annealing ratios, and other relevant parameters.
• Complete daily Line Conditions sheet, thoroughly documenting any process deviations.
• Notify Shift Supervisor and Maintenance promptly of any operational issues.
• Verify correct blend setup and additives.
• Perform hourly checks of all process parameters, recording findings in the Hourly Technician Log.
• Monitor dryers for "Full" status and report issues for investigation.
• Check product periodically for visual inspection and accuracy.
• Assist in grinding scrap generated from line breaks.
• Ensure consistent, correct, and quality winds are produced and packaged properly.
• Fill out and submit work orders or safety work orders for repairs.
• Verify that packaging matches the Bill of Materials (BOM) assigned to the current production run.
• Ensure accurate and legible completion of all production paperwork.
• Relieve Production Operators for breaks.
• Assist Maintenance personnel when needed.
• Notify Production Operators before leaving the line for any reason.
• Track and lead all work order changes for the assigned line.
• Conduct periodic checks for surface blemishes, ink spots, and other visual defects.
• Inspect unused guides and shields for damage, reporting issues to the Shift Supervisor and Maintenance.

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification is a plus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.

Qualification

• Walking and standing for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting of up to 65 pounds.
• Frequent bending, squatting, stooping, and reaching.
• Repetitive arm and upper body action and movement.
• Exposure to dust, frequent loud noise, varying temperatures in the plant.
• Occasionally climbing stairs.