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Business Development Manager @ Em-Kat Inc. Employment Agency
Operator – 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift
The Operator is responsible for, but not limited to, disassembly, cleaning, and assembly of extrusion lines. An Operator may also be involved with starting and operating a production line. This position requires a combination of technical experience, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving abilities. The Operator's specific duties include:
- Reading and understanding all production paperwork.
- Working independently on assigned projects.
- Working in and around extruders, hoppers, loaders, and other equipment.
- Assembling and disassembling extrusion lines according to the Scandia Plastics Extrusion Training Manual and the Production Setup Sheet.
- Ensuring equipment operation by evaluating and recommending repairs to the Production Supervisor and maintenance using repair tags.
- Understanding material inventory and proficiency with material mixing.
- Maintaining a clean, safe work area.
- Performing all duties safely.
- Maintaining compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety programs.
- Collaborating with all employees to achieve goals.
- Potentially serving as a Production Supervisor when necessary.
- Communicating effectively with colleagues across shifts.
- Performing additional tasks as requested by management.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, or related experience/training, or an equivalent combination.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of production functions including extrusion line operation, setup, and quality control.
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment with changing schedules and priorities.
- Familiarity with Q.C. instrumentation and reading prints.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasionally lift up to 55 lbs.
- Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
- Perform standing, bending, carrying, stooping, and moving within the production area for entire shifts.
- Visual abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
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