Extrusion Operator

We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals who have a mechanical aptitude and the ability to work a 12-hour, rotating schedule.

Pay Rate: $18 per hour

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates extrusion machine to produce high quality product
• Monitors and records machine temperature, gauge settings and die openings
• Monitors the color, dimensions, and uniformity of the material, making necessary adjustments to meet customer requirements
• Changes jets, tees, and wipe packs as necessary
• Inspects finished product to ensure production quality
• Performs light maintenance on machine when needed
• Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights to detect deviations from standards & adjust gauges, PLCs, and all other operational controls, to correct deviations
• Adjust controls in order to activate, set and regulate equipment according to specifications
• Do various lab techniques and sampling
• Able to hook up CIP lines to cyclones, transitions, and fluid bed properly
• Record gauge readings, test results, and shift production on quality and production documentation
• Transport materials and products to and from work areas, manually, or by pallet jacks and forklifts
• Weigh or measure specified amounts of ingredients or materials for batching, using devices such as scales and pumps
• Clean, lubricate and maintain a sanitary condition of all processing equipment, utilizing chemicals, automatic and manual cleaning equipment
• Conditions include exposure to constant or intermittent noise

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must speak English
• Must be able to pass a 7-year background check
• Must be able to pass a 5-panel saliva drug panel
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be over the age of 18
• Must be able to read and understand computer screens
• Must be able to perform a variety of math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)
• Must not be afraid of heights