OBJECTIVE OF THIS POSITION

The Extrusion Process Technician role is hands on that provides advanced support during our extrusion molding processes. This position supports multiple machinery by monitoring the extrusion process for potential issues or failures, troubleshooting production lines, proactively identifying potential manufacturing issues while lines are operating, and working closely with operations and engineering leadership to fix systemic manufacturing challenges. The role is a key driver of efficiency on our production floor by addressing production line issues as they occur and applying an advanced manufacturing engineering skill set that is beyond just an operator level.

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

• Start, operate, and troubleshoot key production components including extruder hot runner systems, chiller and termolater controls, automated paper wrappers, automated cutters, automated packing prep

• Proactively identify and address production lines that are at risk of error or incident

• Provide root cause analysis and advise leadership on preventable systemic manufacturing issues

• Troubleshoot multiple mechanical elements of plastic extruder production lines

• Perform initial startup of plastic extruder production lines

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years experience with advanced operation of manufacturing equipment (preferred plastics, but not specifically required) including line startup and troubleshooting

• High school diploma or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Self-starter with ability to work with little direction and proactively identify key focus areas

• Ability to manage multiple projects

• Demonstrated superior communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Career Advancement ? Maintenance, Team Lead