Precision Extruder Operator – Nylon & Wire Production

Southwire Company; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan (P/E

Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement & Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

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Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking an Extruder Operator to set up and run extrusion lines, including nylon extruders, pay-offs and take-ups. Most lines operate as two-person teams. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the ability to lift up to 45 lbs and read production orders.

Training will cover line setup, wire size control and quality checks. Safety and quality are emphasized, with a focus on minimizing waste, maintaining inventory accuracy and adhering to company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time.
• Must be able to read and comprehend production orders and the instrumentation on complex equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, etc..).
• Judgments concerning operation of extrusion line and related equipment are encountered.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins.
• Responsible for proper setup of extrusion line and related equipment with correct tip and die and correct wire size.
• Responsible to maintain correct wire size, insulation thickness and concentricity.
• Responsible for application of correct print of acceptable quality on cable.
• Responsible for observing Southwire safety rules, maintain good housekeeping and perform all other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for using proper compound and correct amounts of color concentrate.
• Responsible to keep wire and compound loss at a minimum during start-up and changeovers.
• Responsible for correct inventory of WIP tags daily.

Job description

Southwire Company is seeking an Extruder Operator to set up and run extrusion lines, including nylon extruders, pay-offs and take-ups. Most lines operate as two-person teams. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the ability to lift up to 45 lbs and read production orders.

Training will cover line setup, wire size control and quality checks. Safety and quality are emphasized, with a focus on minimizing waste, maintaining inventory accuracy and adhering to company policies.