Manufacturing Specialist

Teknor Apex Company; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company is seeking a Polymer Extrusion Operator to start and stop the production line, monitor parameters, and ensure quality with proper documentation. You will work within a team-oriented environment, operating forklifts and handling materials while maintaining records for process control.

The role requires experience in polymer extrusion, strong communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in polymer extrusion or equivalent.
• Forklift license required to operate material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean basics and Six Sigma Yellow Belt training.
• Strong communication skills with shift supervisor and team.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis for process issues.

Responsibilities

• Start and stop the production line per protocol and set parameters.
• Keep accurate records on production sheets and logs.
• Follow test procedures on finished goods and record results.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks as needed.
• Communicate processing problems to the supervisor and adjust as permitted.
• Document and communicate adjustments per protocol.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment.
• Assist Debagging and Packing operators when needed.
• Assist QC/QA tests including sample preparation.
• Put away/release finished goods in the system and update status.
• Support continuous improvement projects and action implementations.

Skills

Communication skills

Forklift license

6-Sigma Yellow Belt

Lean basics

Root cause analysis (RCA)

Education

3+ years polymer extrusion experience

SPM/N level or equivalent

Job description

Description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Able to start and stop the production line according to protocol and set the required parameters.
• Keeps accurate records and notes on production sheets.
• Follow test procedures on finished goods and record results that this may include: melt flow, specific gravity, hardness (test stand and handheld), etc.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks.
• Communicate with shift supervisor about processing problems and be able to troubleshoot and make necessary/permitted adjustments to fix them.
• Document and communicate adjustments according to protocol.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment.
• Assist Debagging and Packing operators when needed.
• Assist to conduct QC/QA tests including sample preparation.
• Follow up to put-away/release the finished goods and change the status (downgrade/update) in the system
• Complete any other assignment given by the Supervisor.
• Continuous improvement and lean initiatives:
• Be able to put forward with good ideas and effective suggestion on continuous improvement.
• Be a member of the continuous team and, actively participate in departmental or cross-functional improvement projects, to drive process improvements, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
• Be competent to implement effective corrective and preventive actions to address issues.

Job Requirement:

• Minimum SPM passed English or 3 years’ experience in Polymer Extrusion
• Minimum N level or 3 years’ experience in Polymer Extrusion
• Possess Forklift License
• Trained with 6-Sigma Yellow Belt
• Have a good understanding on Lean Basics, RCA and LSW
• Strong Communication Skills
• Possess Forklift License
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25kg
• Ability to perform duties under specific time requirements
• Ability to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities
• Able to listen and speak clearly
• Able to work rotating shift, overtime as assigned
• Able to work on weekend as assigned
• Ability to work in a dusty, hot and humid environment