Job Description :

- Operate extruder machine, make adjustments, set temperatures and monitor the entire process.

- Line out all production process in timely manner with minimal wastage.

- He is responsible for running condition of the extrusion machines.

- Maintain quality and speed control by continual adjustments of gauges that control temperature, pressure, rolls (where applicable), and speed to material.

- Troubleshoot quality and processing problems and make correction accordingly.

- Clean up, change over and set up extruder including mixers, loaders, grinders, gear pumps etc.

- Figure percentage of and setup virgin regrind, color and additives, shovel regrind material in prescribed time with minimum wastage.

- He must be able to measure machine performance, scrap, waste and downtime accurately.

- Complete production report and other paper work as assigned.

- Adjust and monitor all extruder and forming machine parameters, set up, adjust and maintain extruder die.

- Perform all required PM procedures: change filters, maintain oil and grease levels, check all safety switches and interlocks.

- Make certain that scrap material does not accumulated around the machine.

- Assist in changing over form stacker rolls.

- Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment. Monitor machines for mechanical problems by listening for unusual noises and visually checking gears, hoses, gauges, materials, etc.

- Initiates troubleshooting and solving mechanical problems using small hand tools to make adjustments and minor repairs. If unsuccessful in making repairs, notify supervisor and or maintenance for assistance.

- Ensure adequate materials and rolls (if applicable) are available in the department for production runs.

- Monitor quality of product being produced and make routine adjustments to maintain specifications.

- Provide guidance to other members of the department including lower level Machine Operators and helpers.

- Work safely and ensure helpers in the department are working safely.

- Must be aware of and follow all safety policy including personal protective equipment, lock out, housekeeping.

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