Extrusion Operator jobs in Knoxville, TN

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. The extrusion machine operator is responsible for performing different tasks in running a single or several production lines. They may mix thermoplastic materials in the form of pellets or powder with colored dyes before feeding it into the extrusion machine or use premixed raw materials. Once the product is created, the machine operator measures and assesses it to make sure that it conforms to specifications and quality standards. Product is then packaged or prepared for shipment according to instructions. 

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Moving      controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts to transfer materials      between unloading, processing, loading, and storage areas. 
• Loading or      unloading materials manually, off or on to pallets, platforms, skids, or      lifting devices.
• Performing      routine post and pre inspections to ensure suitable working nature or      forklift equipment
• 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
• 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

· 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. Overtime is available and not mandatory. 

SKILLS

· Read a tape measure and familiar with the use of hand tools and hand power tools

· Plastic extrusion experience preferred; other plastics experience recommended

· Ability to read and write simple statements and perform arithmetic calculations with fractions and decimals

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

· High school diploma, GED (preferred but not required)

· Documented US work authorization

· Must be 18 years of age or older

· Successful candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and pre-employment background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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

• Must be able to lift and/or push up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis