Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift

Jaeger-Unitek Sealing Solutions, Inc.

Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift

LaPorte, IN
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    SUCCESS IS MADE BY PEOPLE: BECOME PART OF THE JAEGER-UNITEK FAMILY!

    ABOUT THE COMPANY:

    Leading global supplier of engineered rubber and plastic profile extrusions serving industrial, agricultural and transportation industries. Its technologies are focused on utilizing unique rubber and compound formulations to create complex, application-specific solutions to meet demanding customer applications. Member of a privately held organization, serving a number of global markets, with headquarters located in Europe.

    SUMMARY: The Extruder Operator is responsible for plastic stock material handling, extruder and general maintenance, extruder set-up and operation, and finished good testing and running and set up of extrusion lines.

    Starting pay for this role is $24.52/hr. Second shift hours are 2pm-10pm.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Operation of the extrusion lines (plastic) without guidance or assistance

    Material handling of the plastic stock

    Proper release of plastic stock to production

    Set up of extrusion lines and related equipment without guidance or assistance

    Recording of extrusion log sheet

    Daily maintenance of extruders (oil addition, cleaning of the line, etc.)

    Development and maintain extruder set up sheets

    Back up for Line Finisher and Finishing Operator

    Working with supervisors in the development and processing of new parts

    Clean-up and organization of work area

    Compete assigned tasks including set-up of finishing equipment

    Other duties as assigned

    QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    Ability to walk, stand, bend, climb, use tools, and perform repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning and reaching

    Must be able to regularly lift/move 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 55 pounds at a time

    Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and tolerate exposure to moderate noise level, high-heat working conditions, and occasional fumes and airborne particles

    Visual acuity to read instructions, machines, and inspect parts produced

    Requires effective verbal communication and auditory comprehension

    Reasonable accommodations may be made by the Company to enable individuals with disabilities/restrictions to perform essential job functions.