Precision Production Operator - Extrusion & Molding

PHOENIX; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PHOENIX is seeking a production operator to run lining and molding auxiliary equipment, perform color and material changes, and support the Extrusion Department. The role is safety-sensitive and requires adherence to GMP and safety rules while documenting all machine activities.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, startup/shutdown entry in DelmiaWorks, and maintaining quality through frequent inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate lining, molding auxiliary equipment per schedule or supervisor.
• Perform order, color and material changes and machine start-ups/shut-downs.
• Provide support to Extrusion Department as assigned.
• Identify issues, troubleshoot machines to produce quality parts safely.
• Enter startup/shutdown into DelmiaWorks system.
• Record downtime codes in ERP for tracking.
• Verify raw materials meet work requirements.
• Sample and visually inspect production every 30 minutes; log results.
• Perform color changes and inform supervisor of status.
• Notify supervisor/lead of substandard production quality.
• Check material quality and request more if needed.
• Ensure machine sensors, cap-guides, and conveyors operate properly.
• Report machine problems and submit maintenance requests.
• Relieve and back-up other shift operators and mold techs as needed.
• Follow GMP guidelines and safety rules.
• Complete necessary documentation for all machines; follow Work Orders.
• Reintroduce rejected parts after inspection if acceptable.
• Setup and operate Extrusion slitter; load/reprocess equipment.
• Assist with packaging and roll changes in Extrusion.
• Any other duties assigned by supervision/management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

PHOENIX is seeking a production operator to run lining and molding auxiliary equipment, perform color and material changes, and support the Extrusion Department. The role is safety-sensitive and requires adherence to GMP and safety rules while documenting all machine activities.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, startup/shutdown entry in DelmiaWorks, and maintaining quality through frequent inspections.