Streamliner NG Operator

Zeus Company Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Industrial Products in Orangeburg, SC, is seeking a Steamliner NG Operator to join our extrusion manufacturing team. The role focuses on machine operation, troubleshooting, documentation, and ensuring product quality.

You will install tooling, load and monitor the extruder, produce resin pre-forms, and maintain wall thickness, while following safety rules and reporting data using various software packages.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and adapt to different situations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and perform other physical tasks.
• Must be able to read and write legibly; basic math skills required.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential to meet production objectives.
• Must meet WorkKeys/WIN requirements (Reading Level 3, Math Level 4).

Responsibilities

• Install tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime.
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card.
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing.
• Operator only runs one machine.
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition.
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good communications within the department.

Skills

Oral & written instructions

Adaptability

Lift up to 50 lbs

Reading & writing

Mathematical basics

Punctuality

Physical stamina

WorkKeys/WIN requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Steamliner NG Operator will be responsible for machine operation. This would include troubleshooting, documentation, and quality of material.

Responsibilities

• Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime.
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card.
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing.
• Operator only runs one machine.
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition.
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good communications within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively; push/ pull approximately 11lbs., walk up and down stairs.
• The employee must have the ability to perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products.
• Must have basic mathematical skills including addition subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals. Must be able to read and write legibly.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet our production objectives.
• Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR
• Must Meet WorkKeys/WIN Requirements (Level 3 for Reading & Level 4 for Math)

About Us

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world's leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.

Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.

Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.

At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in "Turning polymers into possibilities." Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision:

Our Mission: Provide Solutions - Enable Innovation - Enhance Lives. Our Vision: Working Together - Doing It Better.

Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Content

Are you ready to join us?