Inteplast Group Westborough , MA 01581
Posted 3 days ago
LSWB- Extrusion Technician C
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Description/Job Summary
POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position works as a team with other operators to perform manufacturing operations, to produce a flexible product both timely and efficiently, meeting all customer product specifications. Assist in setting up and operating thermoplastic extruders and associated production equipment to convert plastic resins into blown film for flexible plastic sheeting and tubing. Assist other team members in performing operations according to sound production methods to make sure a product is being produced and packaged that meets the customer specifications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a high school diploma, or equivalent.
Proficiency in reading and writing English, basic math.
Ability to read a ruler and measure in US standards, is a plus.
Two (2) years equivalent job experience in the Extrusion discipline desired.
Ability to operate a file extruder and related equipment.
Ability to multi task and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
Ability to arrive on time consistently.
Ability to work overtime.
Forklift truck certification is a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel both in writing and verbally.
Must be legal to work in the US.
A. JOB TASKS & DUTIES
Perform a variety of duties related to the operation of a Film Extruder and auxiliary equipment.
Capable to work from Sales Orders (Shop Orders = SO), Special Instruction Sheets and verbal instructions.
Remove completed roll(s) from Winder(s) as quickly and safely as possible, inspect for defects such as Scratches, Melt fracture and Pinholes. Perform required Quality checks, weigh, label, package and record production as well as weigh and record all scrap on assigned line(s) and transport to the designated area.
Change Screen pack, Clean Breaker Plate and area around it. Clean Die, Nip Rolls and Treater Rolls during required shutdowns. Clean Reclaimer, Resin Filter(s) and Idler Rolls as necessary or when directed to. Operate Reclaimer or the Repellitizer to recover scrap produced.
Operate Forklift Trucks, Platform Trucks, Tilt Locks, Overhead Cranes, Hydraulic Jack, Pallet Jack and miscellaneous hand tools as necessary.
Assure empty boxes or gaylords are collapsed, Danafilms Labels are removed and boxes or gaylords are neatly stacked in the correct area.
Work with Technicians to learn how to perform setups and changeovers. Showing willingness to advance strongly encouraged.
Report unusual conditions, circumstances, broken or missing equipment immediately to the Production Supervisor or a Technician.
Maintain equipment and perform assignments keeping work area clean, orderly and within safety requirements at all times.
Perform all required quality checks and complete neatly and accurately all associated forms.
Perform Web Check looking for all visual defects that can be seen.
Perform other related duties as required or directed by management.
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