Operator I Extruder - 3rd Shift

Conwed; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Conwed in Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated operator to efficiently manage the extrusion line machine operations. Responsibilities include setting up the line, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience with precision measuring tools. This position requires physical strength to lift up to 75 pounds and basic computer and math skills.

Join our team to be part of a vital process that ensures product quality and safety!

Qualifications

• Must be willing and available to work overtime as needed.
• Able to read ruler measurement to nearest unit.
• Able to convert measurements from one system to another.

Responsibilities

• Set up the extrusion line according to schedule.
• Start up the extrusion machine according to schedule.
• Perform QC test per SOC.
• Adhere to food safety regulations as applicable.

Skills

Proficient in use of calipers

Proficient in use of micrometers

Proficient in use of rulers

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

DESCRIPTION:

Efficiently and safely perform the duties of operating an extrusion line machine, including set-up, start-up, troubleshooting, and continuous operation of equipment. Must be willing and available to work overtime as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up the extrusion line according to schedule
  • Read and understand the schedule, BOM, and SOC.
  • Perform all functions of the setup including:
    • Select proper tooling
    • Install tooling
    • Ensure correct resin
• Start up the extrusion machine according to schedule
  • Position all controls to SOC.
  • Activate extruder and miscellaneous drives.
  • Test initial product.
  • Make necessary adjustments.
  • Verify product is in spec.
  • Package product per packaging instructions.
  • Troubleshoot the process.
  • Perform QC test per SOC.
  • Store finished product per instructions.
  • Validate process is in control.
  • Enter data in data collection.
  • Clean and return used tooling to stock.
  • Adhere to food safety regulations as applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in use of calipers, micrometers, and rulers
• Read & comprehend the metric & English (US Customary) measuring systems
  • Able to read ruler measurement to nearest unit
  • Able to convert measurements from one system to another
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Read and comprehend English

Preferred:

• Forklift certification preferred

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) REQUIRED:

• Safety shoes (steel toe or composite toe)
• Safety glasses
• Protective gloves when performing certain tasks
• Hearing protection when required
• Other PPE as required for certain tasks