Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate extrusion lines according to production orders, drawings, and work instructions
- Install and change tooling, including dies, tips, guides, and other line components
- Set and monitor process parameters (temperature, line speed, screw speed, pressure, cooling, tension) to maintain product quality
- Perform start-up and shutdown procedures, making adjustments as needed
- Monitor product dimensions including diameter, wall thickness, concentricity, and surface finish
- Operate and monitor inline process and inspection equipment
- Perform in-process inspections and accurately record production and quality data
- Identify and troubleshoot extrusion defects and equipment issues
- Verify tooling and documentation before each production run
- Minimize scrap and waste while meeting production and quality targets
- Maintain product traceability and proper identification of finished and in-process goods
- Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on equipment
- Maintain a clean, organized work area per 5S/housekeeping standards
- Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and lockout/tagout requirements
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve issues
- Report equipment problems, quality concerns, and deviations to supervisor
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous extrusion, wire and cable, plastics processing, or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Ability to read manufacturing drawings, work instructions, specifications, and production travelers.
- Ability to use measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and diameter gauges.
- Basic understanding of extrusion temperatures, pressures, speeds, tooling, and material handling.
- Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and accurately record production data.
- Ability to follow detailed manufacturing and quality procedures.
- Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with supervisors, engineers, quality personnel, and other operators.
Preferred Experience
Experience with precision or high-frequency cable extrusion is highly desirable. Experience processing fluoropolymers such as FEP, PFA, ETFE, or similar high-performance materials is also preferred.
Experience with thin-wall insulation, tight dimensional tolerances, concentricity control, high-speed extrusion, and inline inspection equipment is a plus.
Physical Requirements
The position requires standing and walking for extended periods, handling raw materials and tooling, and performing repetitive manufacturing activities. The employee must be able to safely lift and move materials and equipment within company-established limits.
Performance Expectations
The Extruder Operator is expected to consistently meet established requirements for safety, product quality, production output, scrap reduction, equipment care, documentation accuracy, and on-time completion of manufacturing orders.
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