PODA Line #7 - EXTC - EXTRUSION TECHNICIAN C

TITLE:Extrusion Technician C

POSITION OBJECTIVE:The Extrusion Technician role is to manufacture extruded products and must ensure that production standards relating to safety, quality, outputs, and cost are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Legal eligibility to work in the US
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with all levels of personnel
• Basic math skills and some mechanical abilities
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary such as overtime, weekends.
• Capable of lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 40 pounds of various sizes and shapes.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time and climbing ladders or other equipment for cleaning.

• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure safety, quality, and production standards on assigned lines.
• Monitor all extrusion functions, maintain communication with rear line operations, and maximize throughput all while complying with operating procedures and Standard Occupational Classification (SOC’s).
• Properly maintain and care for equipment, initiating maintenance work orders for future outages as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of lines, adhering to daily housekeeping requirements and checklists.
• Comply with plant safety regulations and good manufacturing practices.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to stand, walk, and change positions frequently over an eight-hour period. The position requires walking up to 8 hours per work shift.
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Lifting requirements up to and including 30 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
•  Must be able to reach and lift above shoulders (frequently)

VISUAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Vision to read and clearly observe