Fiber Mfg - Extruder Operator

JOB TITLE: Extruder Operator, FiberFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptREPORTS TO: Fiber Team LeaderJOB LEVEL: Machine Operator IV

Schedule: Gold Days (Thursday- Saturday, every other Wednesday) 7:00am- 7:00pm

Summary:Without supervision, sets up, operates and performs complex maintenance on any and all specialized production and non-production equipment. May instruct and/or direct the work of a variety of others. Keeps necessary records and investigates rejects and failure patterns. Works to sketches, diagrams, drawings, written and verbal instructions. Acts to maintain the integrity of processes and final product quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs required visual appraisal, sampling, and product testingUses phone, email, fax or paging resources, as requiredResponds appropriately to system, process, or material problemsPlans and coordinates crew activitiesDemonstrates required understanding of equipment function and controlsPerforms all tasks associated with consistent work area cleanlinessEffectively uses all required computer and document resourcesPerforms required tasks using appropriate tools and methodsOrganizes and directs routine line operationsDemonstrates knowledge of appropriate material disposition, including recyclingPerforms required tasks using appropriate methods and equipmentUses appropriate resources to identify, locate or track materialsFollows SOP's using correct materials and toolsPerforms required tasks for product changeover and startupGenerates/maintains required records, reports, logs, files, etcUnderstands all job hazards, demonstrates safe behaviorsInitiates, maintains, and interprets SPC tools required for this positionIs aware of and effectively uses appropriate support resourcesUnderstands and applies all required instructionsPerforms other duties as assigned

REQUIRED TRAINING:

Lock-out Tag outBasic hazardous communicationPPEHook knifeConfined spaceEmergency response

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequent to continuous standing/walkingFrequent pushing/pullingFrequent upper extremity useOccasional lifting up to 92 lbsOccasional firm grip sustained