Machine Operator Trainee

Are you interested in the opportunity to be promoted with a company in just a few months? The Our to set-up and operate necessary equipment to produce a custom extruded profile that will meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Ability to set-up necessary equipment (dies, screws, down line equipment, etc.) to make line production capable.
• Be able to start up all machinery and equipment on line and make any adjustments necessary to obtain a high quality extruded product.
• Assume responsibility for safety and housekeeping by following all safety rules, reporting safety hazards, and maintaining a clean work area.
• Assume responsibility for quality of extruded products by completing check sheets, color checks, SPC (Statistical Process Controls) computer data entry, and any other special reports that may be required.
• Assume responsibility for packaging quality by insuring that required packing materials are available and products are packed correctly.
• Assist in the training of new trainees by sharing knowledge and information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education and / or Experience :

• High school diploma or GED required
• Some manufacturing and / or technical experience desirable.
• Must be able to use a tape measure, length gauge, and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and various quality gauges.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude and acceptable math skills (i.e., division, multiplication, fraction to decimal conversion, etc.

Must possess basic knowledge of raw materials (virgin, regrinds, colorants, etc.) used in extrusion process.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to) : $16.00 - $17.60 Per Hour