Job Description
AmeriStaff is currently seeking an experienced Extruder Operator to fill an opening with a company that manufactures packaging materials. The ideal candidate should have manufacturing experience and experience operating an Extruder.
Benefits of the Extruder Operator: • 12 Hour Shift.
• Temp to Hire.
• Full Time.
• $16.00 per hour for days
• $17.25 per hour for nights
Responsibilities of the Extruder Operator:
• Work directly with the press assistant.
• Able to get changeovers done in a timely manner.
• Able to set print and registration.
• Able to fill out paperwork accurately and correctly.
• Checks ink color with PMS/X-rite.
• Able to change and set doctor blade chambers correctly and safely.
• Able to identify all if any print defects.
• Able to identify plate defects.
• Able to set and or change press tension.
• Able to identify anilox’s.
• Must be able to perform the duties of the press assistant as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform job duties accurately so that other personnel and departments and ultimately customers receive correct information and or product.
• Maintain a customer-focused perspective in all activities initiated to ensure customer needs are successfully met.
• Work effectively with neighboring plant departments in a team environment to develop multi-functional solutions.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices throughout the areas.
• May be assigned other duties plant wide as time allows.
Requirements of the Extruder Operator:
• Vision capabilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Excellent communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills to communicate and coordinate effectively with internal personnel.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write correspondence, and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to fellow employees.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations.
• Work in a manufacturing plant utilizing computers, dollies, forklift, hand tools, safety knives, packaging equipment, pallet jacks, and standard safety equipment.
• Utilize resource materials including production schedule and standardized forms/paperwork.
• Vision capabilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must work independently.
• Must have a good attendance record.
• Must be willing and able to follow directions from his or her supervisor.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime when required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), Visio, and Outlook email and calendar capabilities.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.25 Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: 401K, Dental, Holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Sick Leave, Vacation Other Benefits: Not Available Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular
Shift: Not Applicable
Hours per Week:
Hours Not Specified
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