Extruder Operator - Night Shift 8pm- 8am (2-2-3 Schedule) at Darnel Group, Inc.

Monroe, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Extrusion Processing, Die Adjustment, Quality Control, Forklift Operation, Measurement Tools, PeopleSoft, Data Entry, Safety Compliance, Housekeeping, Production Tracking

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Description GENERAL SUMMARY: Primary function is to monitor the extrusion processes while producing a variety of sheet widths and thicknesses of foam rolls as per order specification and report any machinery inconsistencies to the Supervisor, Shift Lead and/or Manager. To maintain Darnel safety & quality standards in all aspects of job performance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Set-up/start-up extruder and make die adjustments as required. Efficiently string the line, doff rolls and grind scrap. Record and monitor line settings and react quickly to any process changes in order to avoid major line disruptions. Ensure quality of the product by use of calipers, scales, micrometers and/or other measurement devices or equipment. Prepare and complete quality control paperwork, production tracking and computer data entry on a daily basis. Report any machinery problems to the Lead Operator/Supervisor or Manager and communicate with maintenance the required machine repairs. Maintain a chronological logbook for the extrusion processes by shift and document any shift issues or events. Maintain good housekeeping on machines, floors, trashcans and waste according to AIB requirements. Operate forklift to prepare, maintain and retrieve raw materials while ensuring proper set-up for the next shift. Properly label, pelletize and stage finished product. Use PeopleSoft to report production, generate labels and consume product. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Cross-training on all extrusion processing equipment. i.e., blending system, vacuum system, screen changer, extruder controls, winders, etc. Perform any other assigned duties or tasks requested by management. PHYSICALS DEMANDS: Vision correctable to 20/20. Lifting up to 55 lbs. from floor to waist high. Frequent bending and stooping. Frequent standing the majority of the 12-hour shift. Use a utility knife following prescribed safety regulations. WORKING CONDITIONS: Lighting is good and temperatures will be hot in summer and cold in the winter. Earplugs, eye protection, steel toed shoes and hair nets are required in the production area. Gloves, face-shield and other various types of protective equipment must be worn when working around the extruder(s). Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Read, write, perform simple math, have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken. Must be able to read and use measurement instruments. Requires the ability to plan and perform a sequence of operations where standards and recognized operation methods are available and the making of general decisions regarding quality, set-up, and tolerances. Forklift certification required. Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate extrusion processes to produce foam rolls according to specific widths and thicknesses. Ensure product quality through precise measurement and maintain detailed production logs and machinery reports.