SPC Extrusion Operator

engineeredfloors; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

engineeredfloors in Dalton, GA seeks an operator for the SPC Extrusion line to support start-up, production, quality, and maintenance tasks. The role includes line operation, data recording, and adherence to safety policies.

You will assist with trial runs, troubleshoot issues, update guidelines, and train colleagues. Lifting, forklift operation and variable shifts may be required to ensure continuous production and product quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production operation.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, diagrams and other information related to the process and equipment.
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision and to work well in a team.
• Experience with process improvement, quality control and troubleshooting.
• Willingness to work overtime and different shifts or schedules.
• Willingness to learn new processes and perform various duties as needed.
• Understand that direction can come from different roles and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot SPC Extrusion lines during start-up, normal operation and shut down.
• Monitor key equipment parameters and record data as applicable.
• Inspect product specifications at designated frequencies to ensure 1st quality.
• Perform line walks to monitor product quality, equipment reliability and housekeeping.
• Assist with planning and conducting trial runs for product development and process improvement.
• Assist with troubleshooting quality, production and product issues.
• Help develop and maintain equipment operating and maintenance guidelines.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory policies and provide training for other employees.
• Operate a lift truck as needed and perform housekeeping duties.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Ability to read instructions

Team player

Process improvement

Quality control troubleshooting

Overtime readiness

Learning new processes

Cross-role coordination

Job description

Job Summary:

This position will perform operation-wide production, quality, maintenance and other support duties during the installation and start-up of the SPC Extrusion operation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate and troubleshoot SPC Extrusion lines during start-up, normal operation and shut down.
• Monitor key equipment parameters and record data as applicable.
• Continually inspect key product specifications at designated frequencies to ensure 1st quality.
• Perform physical line walks at designated intervals to monitor and inspect for product quality, equipment reliability and general housekeeping.
• Assist with planning and conducting trial runs for product development and process improvement.
• Assist with troubleshooting quality, production and product issues and problems.
• Assist in developing, updating and maintaining equipment operating and maintenance guidelines and procedures.
• Adhere to and comply with all applicable safety and regulatory policies and requirements.
• Provide training for other employees.
• Operate a lift truck as needed.
• Perform all required and necessary housekeeping duties for the operation and department.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production operation.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, diagrams and other pertinent information related to the process, equipment and operation.
• Proven ability to effectively perform duties with minimal direct supervision and oversight.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and cohesively with coworkers.
• Experience with process improvement, quality control and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work overtime and different shifts or schedules.
• Willingness to learn new processes and to perform a variety of duties and tasks based on the needs of the operation.
• Understanding that direction, oversight and support can and will come from different roles and individuals.

Physical & Other Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, squat and stoop regularly throughout the shift.
• Must be able to stand for 8 – 12 hours a day.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs multiple times on a shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. multiple times on a shift.
• Must be lift truck certified.
• Must complete all applicable safety training and certifications.