Singles Operator (3rd Shift)

Marmon Industrial Energy and Infrastructure; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401k With Company Match

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

12 Company Paid Holidays & Vacation

Climate Controlled Manufacturing

Employee Appreciation/Recognition

Job summary

Marmon Industrial Energy and Infrastructure is seeking a Singles Machine Operator to set up and run the singles extruder, ensuring product quality and adherence to Marmon IEI standards. You will select tooling, enter heat profiles, and monitor water temp and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities to maintain equipment, report issues, and assist with training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Technical training preferred.
• Experience in extrusion or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up singles extruder, select tooling, and run the line to quality specs.
• Enter heat profiles, reel settings, and water temperature for production.
• Monitor equipment, report issues, and maintain clean, organized work area.
• Assist with training and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Monitoring

Equipment selection

Control precision

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical training

Job description

Marmon Industrial Energy and InfrastructureAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.General Position Summary: The Singles Machine Operator is responsible for the setting up and running the extruder to produce correct type of product maintaining all Marmon IEI standards and requirements. The Singles Machine Operator is also responsible for producing a quality product in a safe and efficient manner while promoting a team atmosphere. Help problem solve and proactively seek ways to improve the singles process and maintain all equipment in the Singles Work Center.Marmon Industrial Energy & Infrastructure (MIEI) – Mount Pleasant Is one of six specialty wire, cable, and tubing solution manufacturing companies located throughout North America. We have over 100 years of innovative engineered solutions for critical, industrial, and commercial applications.We are the experts in our industry.Essential Duties:Strive to achieve continuous improvement in all activities, processes, and with all projects at Dekoron.Use work order packets to determine what product to runPull correct materials to the line as neededSet up singles extruder properly which includes the following: determine to use the flyer or single reel payoff setting one of them up according to needs, select proper screw for extruder, select proper tooling for wire size and wall thickness to be produced, determine and enter correct heat profile for extruder, set up proper size reel for take up coiler, enter correct footage information in counter on take up coiler, determine correct water temperature setting for water bath/capstan, determine proper spark tester voltage setting and enter correct values in m-trims for initial start up of product.Run extruder to produce correct type of product maintaining all Dekoron standards and requirementsCorrectly maintain all paperwork neatly and accuratelyEnsure the machine is set up for the operator on the next scheduled shift so that a minimum of two hours of work can be doneReport product or machine issues/problems to supervisor on duty including PIT when neededPlace finished product from singles work center to proper location when requiredHelp maintain inventory of tooling and report needs or issues to supervisor on dutyWork closely with the Quality Assurance department to ensure that product meets the required specificationsKeep work area clean and organizedClean and maintain all tooling associated with singles extrusion equipmentRecommend process improvementsWork as a team with other Singles Operators and other Dekoron employeesAbility to distinguish between different colors of productPromote safety in all processes and activitiesAssists with training of new employees; assists with cross-training of current employeesPerform other duties as assignedEducation and Experience Preferred:High School diploma or education or GED, requiredTechnical training, preferredLicenses or certifications are not required for this positionExperience in a manufacturing or industrial setting with responsibilities in the area of extrusion is preferred, but not required.Knowledge and Skills Preferred:Monitoring – watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properlyEquipment selection – determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a jobControl Precision – adjust controls of the machine to exact positionsCommunication – understand and follow written and oral instructionsGetting information – observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sourcesCognitive thinking – problem solving, prioritizing activities, allocate resources, maintain an adequate supply of materials, make sound decisions, and recommend solutions in troubleshooting and repairing in a timely and effective manner.Ability to make quick decisive decisions concerning product and machine adjustments needed to ensure product qualityUnderstands the importance of being exact or accurateEvaluating Information to determine compliance with standards - using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.Ability to communicate with supervisors, peers or subordinates by telephone, in written form, email, or in person.Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:Near Vision - ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of observer)Far Vision – ability to see details at a distanceManual Dexterity – ability to quickly mover hands, hand together with arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.Multi-limb coordination – ability to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying downSpend time using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controlsSpend time standing, as well as sitting, bending, squatting, and reachingUse hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating thingsWear common protective and safety equipmentSpend time making repetitive motionsLifting of at least 60 poundsIndoors, environmentally controlledMarmon Industrial Energy and Infrastructure (Location) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to, and prohibits discrimination based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.BenefitsWe have a comprehensive benefit package including:Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance401k With Company MatchShort-Term DisabilityLife Insurance12 Company Paid Holidays & Vacation TimeClimate Controlled Manufacturing EnvironmentEmployee Appreciation/Recognition EventsFollowing receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.