Team Lead- Extrusion/Machine Operator- 2nd Shift - Frog Furnishings

PlayCore; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayCore is seeking an extrusion supervisor to oversee daily operations on the extrusion line, manage direct reports, and ensure quality from raw material. The role requires strong leadership, tooling setup, and process optimization to meet KPI targets.

Responsibilities include material handling, tool assembly, line adjustments, quality inspection, and training new staff. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree preferred and Six Sigma training advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required. College degree in associated field preferred.
• Some Six Sigma or LEAN training or experience desired.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Previous experience operating a plastics extrusion line.
• Supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of direct reports, addressing employee performance and document as needed, draft and present performance reviews at least annually or as required.
• Work with and/or at the direction of the assistant production manager to identify and implement tools or processes to optimize output and performance to meet the department goals and KPI’s.
• Ensures the proper raw materials are continuously loaded, this also includes weighing and adding color and other additives, able to calibrate loaders by percentage or weight.
• Reviews work orders; assembles tooling accordingly including extrusion heads, dies, pins, sizing sleeves, screens and extruder screws as needed.
• Sets up water tank, vacuum sizing tanks and calibrators, puller and saw according to work order requirements.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Six Sigma or LEAN training

Microsoft Office

Plastics extrusion knowledge

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Daily supervision of direct reports, addressing employee performance and document as needed, draft and present performance reviews at least annually or as required.
• Work with and/or at the direction of the assistant production manager to identify and implement tools or processes to optimize output and performance to meet the department goals and KPI’s.
• Ensures the proper raw materials are continuously loaded, this also includes weighing and adding color and other additives, able to calibrate loaders by percentage or weight. Can detect flaws in raw materials and production equipment and possess the ability to make required mechanical or material changes to ensure quality and specifications are met.
• Reviews work orders; assembles tooling accordingly including extrusion heads, dies, pins, sizing sleeves, screens and extruder screws as needed. Uses a full range of hand tools including wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, saws, and pliers to set up tooling on machines.
• Sets up water tank, vacuum sizing tanks and calibrators, puller and saw according to work order requirements. Makes all necessary line adjustments including startup, temperature profile adjustments, resin changeovers and shutdowns.
• Visually inspects finished part for defects continually during extrusion process, adjusts extruder, puller or saw as necessary to keep parts within specifications. Adjusts zone and die heat temperatures, line speed and vacuum pressure as necessary. Uses judgment and knowledge of plastics and their reaction to heat to determine what adjustments are required.
• Inspects and measures finished parts. Uses various measuring devices such as scale, caliper, micrometer, dial indicator, Go / No Go Gauges, and tape measure. Records data on inspection sheet. Determines if part meets specifications.
• Maintains accurate records of production set-ups, extrusion production data sheets, statistical process control and/or inspection report sheets.
• Determines most effective packing method and ensure proper packaging of finished parts. This will include the construction of framed skids, banding cardboard, other packaging materials and finished product with metal or plastic bands.
• Completes and submits work orders to the assistant production manager.
• Makes vacuum seals and able to setup bulkhead seals.
• Communicates with direct reports and other team members to relay status of in-process jobs and machines.
• Follows all prescribed quality inspection requirements.
• The extrusion supervisor will train new employees on operating the extrusion line, and other equipment.
• Experienced forklift operator with current certification or the ability to obtain one through company offered training program.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of direct reports, addressing employee performance and document as needed, draft and present performance reviews at least annually or as required.
• Work with and/or at the direction of the assistant production manager to identify and implement tools or processes to optimize output and performance to meet the department goals and KPI’s.
• Ensures the proper raw materials are continuously loaded, this also includes weighing and adding color and other additives, able to calibrate loaders by percentage or weight. Can detect flaws in raw materials and production equipment and possess the ability to make required mechanical or material changes to ensure quality and specifications are met.
• Reviews work orders; assembles tooling accordingly including extrusion heads, dies, pins, sizing sleeves, screens and extruder screws as needed. Uses a full range of hand tools including wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, saws, and pliers to set up tooling on machines.
• Sets up water tank, vacuum sizing tanks and calibrators, puller and saw according to work order requirements. Makes all necessary line adjustments including startup, temperature profile adjustments, resin changeovers and shutdowns.
• Visually inspects finished part for defects continually during extrusion process, adjusts extruder, puller or saw as necessary to keep parts within specifications. Adjusts zone and die heat temperatures, line speed and vacuum pressure as necessary. Uses judgment and knowledge of plastics and their reaction to heat to determine what adjustments are required.
• Inspects and measures finished parts. Uses various measuring devices such as scale, caliper, micrometer, dial indicator, Go / No Go Gauges, and tape measure. Records data on inspection sheet. Determines if part meets specifications.
• Maintains accurate records of production set-ups, extrusion production data sheets, statistical process control and/or inspection report sheets.
• Determines most effective packing method and ensure proper packaging of finished parts. This will include the construction of framed skids, banding cardboard, other packaging materials and finished product with metal or plastic bands.
• Completes and submits work orders to the assistant production manager.
• Makes vacuum seals and able to setup bulkhead seals.
• Communicates with direct reports and other team members to relay status of in-process jobs and machines.
• Follows all prescribed quality inspection requirements.
• The extrusion supervisor will train new employees on operating the extrusion line, and other equipment.
• Experienced forklift operator with current certification or the ability to obtain one through company offered training program.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma required. College degree in associated field preferred.
• Some Six Sigma or LEAN training or experience desired.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Previous experience operating a plastics extrusion line.
• Supervisory experience required.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Above average analytical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to leverage metrics and other tools to drive employee performance.
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills
• A high degree of accuracy in work practices and ability to cope well under pressure
• A flexible, adaptable, and organized approach to work, exercising initiative and working independently as appropriate.
• Mathematical aptitude
• Ability to read specifications
• Ability to read measuring devices such as ruler, caliper, dial indicator, micrometer, and scale
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Ability to stand, squat, and walk the extrusion lines for up to 12 hours.
  
  

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.