Plastic Extrusion Operator (experienced)

Impact Employment is actively seeking experienced plastic extrusion operators to join our team. An ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years’ extrusion experience and a work history that illustrates the key points highlighted below. Only applicants having skills/backgrounds that match our needs will be pursued. (NOTE: May consider those with 1-year machine operator experience in manufacturing as an “Entry-Level” Trainee.) 

We are looking for growth-minded employees that are ready to advance their career in an environment where hard work is rewarded. Our employees benefit from a medical package, 401K plan, stable work schedules, weekly paychecks, shift differential (2nd & 3rd shifts), plus an attendance bonus. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Full responsibility for machine operations including reading, interpreting and analyzing production orders. 

• Setup tasks including selecting dies, reading blue prints/drawings and determining proper positioning and adjusting of downstream equipment to maximize efficiencies and achieve production goal. 

• Ability to consistently maintain speed and quality within guidelines of spec book.

 • Inspecting output to assure quality of materials produced including locating defects and checking for conformance to specifications.

 • Distinguish between a mechanical problem and an operator error, and to perform troubleshooting and take corrective measures.

 • Responsible for keeping your work area clean and safe. 

• Accurately count and report production and inventory. • Assist with new product development including R&D projects. 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

 • Must be detailed oriented and have excellent troubleshooting skills. 

• Ability to learn new processes quickly in a fast-paced environment. EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

 • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. 

• WILL CONSIDER TRAINING as “Entry-Level” for those with at least 1-year experience in manufacturing environment with basic ‘machine-operator’ experience.

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