Extrusion Operator, Sr. sets up and operates an extrusion machine in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position, and secure machinery. Being an Extrusion Operator, Sr. adjusts and cleans machines. Documents work performed as required. Additionally, Extrusion Operator, Sr. may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Extrusion Operator, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Extrusion Operator, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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SUMMARY
The production operator is assigned to a specific cell or work area on a production shift and is responsible for the efficient operation of the production equipment and required to perform the following duties.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Areas included but not limited to:
*Changing tank rubbers
*Cleaning sprayers
* Putting in pull pipe
*Cleaning around beller, spray tanks, vacuum tanks and the extruder
*Checks print strip
*Performs assigned task during start-up
* Is responsible for recording vacuum on vent system and notifies supervisor or lead operator on any low vacuum.
* Can completely and accurately fill out operator sheets.
* Is responsible for cutting any quality samples assigned by QC.
* Can communicate all issues to both lead operator and the supervisor.
* Maintaining clean, organized work area
* Is responsible for keeping gaskets loaded in beller when running gasketed product
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40-50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid, hot and cold conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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