Extruder Machine Operator - Rotating Schedule

Extruder Machine Operator

We are now hiring for an Extruder Machine Operator for a Manufacturing company in San Marcos, TX. These positions are starting ASAP. Please submit your resume to this posting.

Pay:

• 1st shift - $26/hr + $1/rotating shift differential
• 2nd shift - $26/hr + $1/rotating shift differential + $1/night shift differential

Schedule:

• (2nd shift will start on 1st shift for training and then transition to 2nd shift).
• 1st shift (rotating schedule): 6am-6pm. Monday, Thursday & Friday one week, the next week Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
• 2nd shift (rotating schedule): 6pm-6am. Monday, Thursday & Friday one week, the next week Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.

Job Description

The Extrusion Operator plays a critical role in our manufacturing process, operating extrusion machines to shape materials such as plastics or metals into long continuous products like pipes, tubes, and profiles. This position involves a variety of tasks essential for the efficient and safe operation of extrusion machinery.

Responsibilities

• Setup and Preparation: Select, assemble, and install correct dies, and calibrate machine settings (temperature, pressure, speed) based on material specifications and product requirements.
• Feeding Material: Load raw materials into the extrusion machine, which may include pellets, powders, or liquids, depending on the extruder type and materials used.
• Operate and manage extrusion machines to produce high-quality products efficiently.
• Monitor the extrusion process, making adjustments to machine settings as necessary to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Conduct quality control inspections and tests, utilizing instruments like calipers and micrometers to ensure product specifications are met or exceeded.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with extrusion machines, including clearing blockages and making minor repairs.
• Maintain accurate production records and logs of machine settings, maintenance activities, and quality control outcomes.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet production goals and enhance processes.

Skills

• Preferred previous experience as an Extrusion Operator or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Technical knowledge of extrusion processes and machinery.
• Strong problem-solving skills and troubleshooting ability.
• Proficiency in quality control measures and precision measuring tools.
• Basic mechanical skills for maintenance and repairs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Physical stamina: ability to stand 100% of the time, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform manual tasks.
• Commitment to safety as a top priority.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school education is a plus.
• Professional, organized, dedicated, and punctual.
• Capability to perform work in industrial facilities, including walking, bending, reaching, and gripping tools during the eight hours shift.