Manufactures sufficient quantities of quality materials at or below budgeted production costs in order to meet marketplace demand. Sets up blown film equipment operation feed, speed and temperature. Follows established procedures for operating various conventional manufacturing equipment for tasks such as cutting, forming, gassing, loading, tapping, turning, inspecting, and pulling to fabricate, form or shape manufactured parts, tools or parts assemblies from raw materials. Selects and measures raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing. Resolves issues related to the organization’s production, machinery, processing and/or packaging operations. Responsibilities are within Manufacturing/Operations Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.
Schedule: Night Shift
Pay rate: $20.10/hr
Job Description
The Extrusion Technician is responsible for the safe operation of blown film extruders to produce material that meets current quality standards at optimum rates and yields. This responsibility includes the performance of those tasks necessary to achieve proper extrusion operation:
Interpret and use production schedules
Unload rolls of tubing
Inspect raw and process materials for visual and measurable attributes
Responsible for quality of product
Perform minor maintenance and cleaning as required
Thread materials through the inventory
Perform quality checks on extruded materials and troubleshoot inconsistencies
Continually monitor quality throughout the extrusion operation
Assure materials and equipment are available in advance
Daily interaction with computer software including data collection
Communicate with Production Control as needed
Operate specialized equipment necessary for proper function of the extruders and mezzanine
Clean screws
Assist in receiving railcars of by pumping raw materials into silos
Operate radiation units in compliance with Cryovac, state, and federal regulations
Operate forklift to transfer boxes of raw materials as needed
Bale scrap material as needed throughout shift
Self-Manage and work harmoniously in team environment
Perform other duties as requested or needed to support the team environment
Perform Product and Facility Sanitation duties as required
Serve on a Team Resource team as needed
Physical Requirements
Frequent bending and lifting of items up to 40 pounds as needed (Lifting of items exceeding 40 pounds will require a two person lift)
Work with and around various solvents, corn starch and cleaning chemicals
Access all work areas to include frequent climbing on stands, ladders and stairs
Sit, stand, stoop, squat, bend, and reach overhead as needed
Stand on concrete floors for 12-hour shifts
Push/pull objects as needed
Drive a forklift (with training)
Utilize fine manipulation skills (including but not limited to the use of a utility knife, scissors, tape measure, typing, writing, and hand tools)
Must be able to distinguish colors for product quality purposes
Must be able to effectively communicate with customers, peers, and management at all levels
Must follow all safety processes and procedures
Utilize communication skills to effectively express both oral and written ideas individually or in group settings
Working knowledge of computers and basic keyboarding skills
Process manufacturing experience preferred but not mandatory
Proven ability to perform basic math and measurement tasks
Blown film extrusion experience preferred but not mandatory
Benefits and Perks
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Information at a Glance
WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?
It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air’s global resources and expertise.
Corporate sustainability – it’s about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.
Customer Success – meeting our customers’ needs. At Sealed Air it’s more than a goal, it’s an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.
Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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