Operator Extruder

Torrey Holistics; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Cleveland, OH is seeking an Operator Extruder to run the extrusion process for manual electrodes, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. The role collaborates with the production team to meet specifications, conducts material checks, and performs equipment adjustments as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and perform basic math.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds regularly.
• Prerequisite training as an Electrode Boxer.

Responsibilities

• Operate the extruder and related equipment to manufacture manual electrodes.
• Verify chemical slugs, core wire color codes, and IDs; load materials as required.
• Inspect electrodes for defects and monitor coating eccentricity.
• Make mechanical adjustments and replace worn parts (feeds, dies, belts, tubes).
• Perform changeovers and clear jams to maintain production flow.
• Identify, isolate, and process rejected or nonconforming material; salvage where applicable.
• Follow all procedures, work instructions, and safety rules; report hazards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Automation

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing background

Multitasker

Quality driven

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Eccentricity gauges

Printers

Extruding work centers

Skinning equipment

Job description

Job Title:Operator ExtruderLincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.PurposeOperate the extrusion process and related equipment to produce manual electrodes that meet safety, quality, and productivity standards. This role works collaboratively with the production team to ensure efficient operations and compliance with established procedures.Job Responsibilities (Duties and Responsibilities)Operates the extruder and associated equipment to manufacture manual electrodes in accordance with specifications, work instructions, and safety requirements. Verifies chemical slugs, core wire color codes, and identification tags prior to and during production; loads materials into the extruder and hopper as required. Inspects electrodes for defects and monitors coating eccentricity at least once per minute, increasing frequency as needed during changes or adjustments. Makes mechanical adjustments and replaces worn parts, including feed rolls, extruder dies, belts, guide tubes, brush skinner components, and printer supplies. Performs changeovers on extruding and skinning equipment and clears drier jams as required to maintain production flow. Identifies, isolates, and processes rejected or nonconforming material in accordance with established procedures, including salvaging bare core wire when applicable. Use appropriate markers to identify operator changes, die changes, re-dried material, and other special production conditions. Reviews, understands, and follows all departmental procedures, work instructions, specifications, plant rules, Job Hazard Analyses, and environmental, health, and safety requirements. Maintains a clean and safe work environment and reports safety hazards, equipment issues, or concerns to the Production Team Lead or Shift Foreman. Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed by supervision.Basic RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent experience. Prior manufacturing experience required Must meet the prerequisite of training as an Electrode Boxer. Ability to read, write, and perform basic math to maintain production records. Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues. Safety- and quality-focused, with the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to lift up-to 80 pounds on a regular basis. Proficient in the use of extrusion-related equipment, including eccentricity gauges, printers, extruding work centers, and skinning equipment.Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.You should be proficient in:Troubleshooting SkillsAutomationHigh Mechanical AptitudeManufacturing background - high pace, data driven, and machine operatorMultitaskerQuality driven