X3 Extruder Operator

Transcendia, Inc.; Hebron (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Transcendia, Inc. is seeking a production line operator in Ohio to support extrusion processes and maintain product quality. You will set up lines, monitor gauges, and ensure correct color and finish while adhering to safety policies and daily schedules.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with 1-2 years of extrusion experience and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Forklift certification is preferred and training will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of extrusion experience preferred.
• Ability to read production tickets and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse.
• Follows safety policies and reports unsafe conditions.
• Operates extrusion line including setup, materials, speeds, and changeovers.
• Maintains product quality, gauges, color, and surface finish; performs QC tests.
• Transmits data to logs and quality documents; adheres to production schedules.
• Reports line malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime.
• Must obtain & maintain forklift certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading production tickets

Physical stamina

Effective communication

Math calculations

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Transcendia is a leader in custom engineered materials for critical product components in a wide range of markets and applications. The company provides deep material science expertise, outstanding customer service through broad geographic coverage and trusted product reliability.

Job Duties:

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area/warehouse
• Maintains a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents
• Maintains company’s quality standards
• Operation of the extrusion line and its operational functions which would include but not limited to; machine set-up, films and resins, color concentrates and/or additives, production speeds (input or output), start and stop functions, change over, down times, die and screw tear down, screen pack, line specific tools and proper lock out/tag out procedures
• Maintain extruded product to required gauge, length, width, bond strength, and color, dyne, maintaining surface finish or identifying surface defects and performing quality control tests required. This includes double check and data collection procedures currently in place
• Transfers data to the daily production log book, quality control documents or forms used in the production process
• Follow the production schedule and other related documents necessary to produce and meet customer orders including those with instructions
• Communicate line malfunctions in a timely manner to ensure production downtime is kept to a minimal
• Must be able to successfully obtain & maintain forklift certification in accordance with internal company & OSHA standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience in extrusion preferred
• Previous forklift certification preferred
• Ability to read production tickets
• Ability to work at an accelerated pace
• Ability to perform math calculations; and measure using measuring tape or other instrument
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Must be computer literate
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.