Machine Operator

Full job description
Operating an extrusion machine requires workers to perform several basic tasks. In some cases, they must mix thermoplastic materials in the form of pellets or powder with colored dyes before feeding it into the extrusion machine. Extruding machine operators set the dials and controls on the machine to ensure that the created product is the right size, shape and thickness. Once the product is created, extruding machine operators measure and test it to make sure that it conforms to the requested specifications.

Paid Weekly, Work is 12-hour Swing Shifts, 3 or 4 days a week, switching between 7 AM to 7:15 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:15 AM each week.

Requirements:

Responsible for keeping the hopper full of compound

• Adjust, calibrate and test equipment to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature and general operation
• Examine visually, weigh and measure components created from equipment as quality checks to ensure machines are producing according to company specifications, adjusting as need
• Follow and comply with all documented quality system procedures and work instructions applicable for production operations
• Communicate, train and work with co-workers, shift supervisors and others to take care of complications as soon as they arise
• Package finished product according to work instructions
• Grind scrap material
• Prepare packaging by assembling boxes and spools
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthful workplace by keeping work area clean, organized and free of hazards
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED (preferred but not required)
• Documented US work authorization
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Available and able to work 12-hour shifts rotating weekly. 3 or 4 consecutive 12-hour day shifts 7:00 AM to 7:15 PM one week, then work 3 or 4 consecutive 12-hour night shifts 7:00 PM to 7:15 AM the next week. Then the cycle begins again. Overtimes is available and not mandatory.
• Successful candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and pre-employment background check.

SKILLS

• Read a tape measure and familiar with the use of hand tools and hand power tools
• Ability to read and write simple statements and perform arithmetic calculations with fractions and decimals

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Able to endure working in a manufacturing environment with inside excessive hot and cold temperatures, able to tolerate exposure to dust and noise for 12-hour shifts
• Prolonged standing on concrete floors; Frequent walking; Occasional bending and squatting
• Frequent reaching; Repetitive use of wrist, hands and fingers
• Must be able to lift and/or push up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00/hr
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Rotating shift

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.