Extrusion Press Adjuster Job Description Sample

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position inspects tubes and operates clippers, stretchers, and testing equipment. Operations are performed per written SOPs, including CGMP guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED
1.Perform inspection of extruded products such as braided shafts, non-braided tubes, tips, etc.
2.Completes the inspection steps of clipping and stretching to ensure smooth product flow.
3.Support extrusion runs, braiding, cleaning, and related activities when needed.
4.Complete paperwork associated with work orders being processed. Interacts with material handling for checking orders into stock.
5.Contributes to a positive and safe working environment and the overall team efforts of the department.
6.Contributes to meeting department goals and operational metrics.
7.Performs other related duties, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.

• Writing

• Sitting

• Standing

• Bending

• Vision

• Color perception

• Depth perception

• Reading

• Field of vision/peripheral

• Fine motor skills

• Noise

• Chemical vapors

• Soldering fumes

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education equivalent to a High School diploma.

• Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has met standards.

• Individual must be self-motivated and possess good judgment in order to maintain a high degree of quantity with quality.

• Ability to recognize problems and make adjustments to the equipment.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks well.

• Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks.

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations and follow procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three months of experience, preferably in manufacturing.

• Three to six months of longevity in the same company.

COMPETENCIES

• Eye-hand coordination

• Quality inspection

• Computerized test equipment operation

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Position description

This is a top-level skill position for the extrusion function at this facility. The operator is expected to safely operate all equipment, follow pertinent SOP and ISO guidelines, inspect product, and produce quality with minimum scrap to achieve an acceptable product while following quality guidelines, ISO, Safety Regulations and customer requirements. May serve as a trainer on functional requirements.

• Cutting silicone strips, loading the extruder, and providing balanced and consistent feed on the assigned extruder with no supervision.

• Fully understands all safety and quality issues associated to operating the assigned extruder, cure ovens and cutter.

• Fully understands all extruders and equipment safety and quality issues for peroxide and platinum silicone processing with no supervision.

• Setup of extrusion processes with no supervision.

• Capable of getting correct tooling and making necessary tooling changes with limited supervision.

• Perform minor maintenance and PM Inspections of designated equipment with limited supervision.

• Cutting product to required lengths by hand.

• Setup and proper/safe operation of the automatic cutting equipment with no supervision.

• Perform acceptable clean-outs and screen changes for the assigned extruder with no supervision.

• Equipment Maintenance

• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

• Operation Monitoring

• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

• Troubleshooting

• Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

• Must abide by the Workplace Safety Guidelines and Company Policies use the all necessary personal protective equipment required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Mathematical and measuring skills

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

• The ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions in the English language

• The ability to read and understand work orders and product specifications

• Ability to see defects at close range

• Control Precision

• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positions to achieve specifications.

• Finger Dexterity

• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

• Arm-Hand Steadiness

• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

• Manual Dexterity

• The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

• Reaction Time

• The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.

• Ability to work in a respectful way in a collaborative environment.

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Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics is one of seven businesses within the Innovative Materials Sector, which is spear-heading the advancement of innovation within the Group. Performance Plastics is a recognized leader in the advanced polymer technology market with access to state-of-the-art manufacturing and research & development facilities around the world.

Through close partnerships with our business leaders, our team works to support the achievement of business goals while emphasizing the PPL values of accountability, trust, initiative, respect and helping.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

• Operate extrusion machinery with demonstrated understanding of required production requirements, all general safety rules and department specific safety rules

• Check and make proper adjustments for operating requirements related to quality and production

• Check production orders before starting machine

• Follow and meet all production schedules

• Assist shift leader as necessary, supervises line helpers

• Material and equipment trouble shooting

• Accurate completion of required departmental paperwork and scanning/transcollector processing

• Report all worn or broken parts on machinery

• Actively participate in the Ideas for Improvement program

• All other tasks as assigned for the smooth operation of the department

Required Experience

• Good basic math, verbal and reading skills

• Legible handwriting

• Average weight required: lifting 50 lbs.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Good communication and cooperation with co-workers and supervisors

• Receptiveness to overtime required in department

• Accurate Transcollector data entry

• Continuous improvement experience desired

• Legible handwriting

• Average weight required: lifting 50 lbs. - may lift up to 100 lbs.

• Receptiveness to overtime required in department

• Flexible to work in other positions in other locations as the season and workflow fluctuates

• Must pass a color test

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status

Job Location Berwick, Pennsylvania, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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Summary:

Set-up and tends film extrusion machinery as specified by performing the following duties.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

As an at-will employer, Scholle IPN reserves the right to add to or modify this list to the extent it deems necessary.

• Perform screen changes

• Perform film separations.

• Perform product set-ups.

• Perform treater verifications and webbing.

• Visually inspect film and rolls for defects.

• Perform bubble start ups, cold start ups and cold shut downs.

• Adjust temperature profiles per standard operating conditions.

• Operate receiver pumps.

• Enter blend recipes.

• Train employees

Critical Success Factors:

• Accuracy

• Safety

• Teamwork

• Flexibility

• Accountability

• Initiating Action

• Continuous Improvement & Learning

• Communicating Effectively

• Planning

• Problem Solving

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D required.

• 3 years of experience working in blown film extrusion is desired.

• Ability to work all shifts and perform overtime.

• Future training and/or education may be necessary to further job skills.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and Power Point presentations.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units or measures, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and interpret bar graphs.Ability to calculate mean, median, and mode, and apply SPC to the quality processes

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

• Basic skill knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel, and Virtual Client to perform effectively in daily activities

• Ability to perform visual inspection process and successfully read and apply technical material including print specifications

Certifications & Licenses:

• None required.

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

• Frequently standing, walking and sitting

• Frequently required the use of hands to feel, reach or handle machinery

• Frequently bend, stoop and reach

• Visual Acuity (VA)

Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Moderate working conditions

• Exposure to variable noise levels

• Often exposed to moving mechanical parts

Scholle IPN attaches great importance to Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility. It is the responsibility of each employee to ensure that Scholle IPN's environmental impact is minimized wherever possible.

Scholle IPN's policy is to fill every position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Scholle IPN is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees on the basis of ability, experience, training, and character. Scholle IPN provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability, in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact Scholle IPN's Human Resources Department, if you have any questions regarding this policy.

Job Description: JOB DUTIES:

• Must complete all mobile equipment inspection sheets before starting shift:

• HS5.8 w17A - fixed rail overhead hoist;

• HS5.8 w18A - overhead mono-rail;

• Fill out appropriate mule operation checklist;

• Obtain JDE Press Work Order from the press operator;

• Operate Stock Length saw and cut material to the proper length to satisfy requirements;

• Inspect material and annotate on Saw Inspection Log results and look for defects;

• Weigh one stock length per die run writing the weight on the Press Work Order and enter JDE/KPMS;

• Stack metal on the pallet ensuring method of stacking is not causing damage;

• Record quantity on work order;

• Attach copy to pallet;

• Use EHS and human performance tools to perform job safely. Perform EHS contacts, pre-job briefs, and IFE's as required.

• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment, problem solve and engage in housekeeping efforts.

• Report production into JDE/KPMS system.

The employee is required to follow all Health & Safety requirements listed in the applicable procedure & work instructions

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

• Must have high school diploma or GED

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting.

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

• Must be able to work overtime as needed and determined by management.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

JOB SUMMARY: The position requires strong project management, leadership, communication and presentation skills.

The candidate must have a thorough end-to-end knowledge of frozen/refrigerated food production equipment for processing unit operations, in particular a deep expertise in wet & dry extrusion with a food product. The candidate must also possess a good understanding of regulatory requirements of a food production facility as it relates to machine design and specification. The candidate should drive process equipment innovation in close relationship with all business partners, internal and external.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Be a leader in the implementation of the Nestle R&D Engineering in the definition of standards, best practices and continuous improvement.
2.Leads process and process equipment improvement and innovation activities of projects: define activities including resource planning, check existing internal and external knowledge and information, deliver end-products of defined quality at defined time and at committed budget. Comprehensive knowledge and integration of plant level KPIs (efficiency, throughput, etc.) key.
3.Set strategy, coordinate and interact with key suppliers and internal customers on identifying the right machines for the right applications: from User Requirement Specification to machine fabrication, FAT, commissioning, installation and start-up qualification, CAPEX evaluation.
4.Responsible for the life-cycle management of Projects.
5.Coordinate the use of R&D Technical Competencies and external engineering resources, as necessary to achieve the business needs.
6.Support the factories on any type of engineering matters, following priorities agreed upon by SBU and R&D Management.
7.Provide updated technical advice on new technologies and opportunities, as well as specialized technical advice on equipment evaluation and specific engineering problems.
8.Define, Analyze and Provide engineered solutions to specific technical problems to improve line efficiencies, reduce costs, or improve product quality.
9.Attend training programs on engineering matters for the Nestle Engineering Community at factory, corporate and industrial levels.
10. Control project execution in terms of the technical concept, scope, budget schedule, design and industrialization.
11. Project implementation technical support responsibility when transferring a project to the factories.
12. Provide engineering design and /or technical support with regard to Safety and Environmental considerations.
13. Support interaction and teamwork with other R&D facilities.
14. Support interaction and teamwork with related Companies/Divisions and their factories.
15. Provide cross-functional technical assistance to all Factory, Division and Corporate Engineering.
16. Build teamwork by interacting with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Industrial Performance and Environment & Safety Groups.
17. Support Nestlé Hygienic Engineering objectives
18. Support NQMS initiatives
19. Support Knowledge Management process in sharing lessons learned with your colleagues
20. Lead competence development in the field of expertise through training and/or mentoring. Actively participate in Expert Networks. Share knowledge and create networks with other communities of experts internally and externally.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):

• Engineering degree, Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Mechanical, Chemical, Food or Agricultural

• A minimum of 7-10 years of related engineering experience in the food industry. A substantial portion of the food industry experience must have been with processing unit operation specification and/or factory implementation.

• Specific expertise in extrusion with a food product is a requirement. This expertise should include specification, procurement, qualification and start-up of processes using extrusion in production of food products.

• Certified PMP is a plus, but skills to this level are required.

• Excellent Team leadership skills

• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to travel up to 40% worldwide

• Good knowledge of practical engineering principles.

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Major Activities:

• Develops, implements, and learns from personal training and development plans

• Operates blender, resin dryer, 4.5 extruder, take-off tower, die, slitter, trim winder and film winder

• Start up and shut down equipment including pre-start up safety interlock review

• Keep extruder fed with resin mixture by accurately calculating formulation, adding, blending and drying the batch resin components

• Observe and adjust process parameters in ensure proper film thickness, sheet width, film quality and roll put-up

• Diagnose, correct and document processing problems on process run condition reports

• Record process and product information, test samples, complete order paperwork

• Make quality judgments about film produced

• Effect basic die and extruder maintenance, including teardown and reassembly of the extruder screw and die

• Work safely with cutting tools and hoisting equipment

• Maintain good interaction and teamwork with supervisor and co-workers

• Give assistance to co-workers to expedite changeovers

• Keep production area clean, operator workstation and all tools on 5s tool boards

• Conduct/ document daily fork truck inspection and safely operate fork truck as needed

SAFETY:

• Ensure that safety and health concerns are given primary consideration in all activities

• Participates in required near hit, JSBO and JSA activities, performs interactive safety training, and always wears personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Follows company guidelines and actively participate in all safety processes

• Carry out job/area specific housekeeping duties and maintain a high standard of professionalism

• Look for, report and correct any near hits/ unsafe conditions or behaviors as soon as possible

• Produce quality materials to be distributed to customers/ clients

• Completion of accurate job orders helps build customer satisfaction and confidence

• Maintain production volume and efficiency identifies needed change and makes recommendations --- finds solutions

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, requesting supervisor assistance when needed

Must be willing to work shifts

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Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year experience in a manufacturing environment or completion of an Associate's Degree in a related technical field.

Physical challenges:

• Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 lbs of weight, climb stairs, lift and pull 10 lbs of weight in the overhead position, work in ambient room temperature of 100 degrees, and work safely around numerous hot surfaces and rotating equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the extrusion of TPU or PC films.

• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment

• Working knowledge of computers and proficiency with software applications

• Fork truck certification.

• Hoisting and rigging experience.

• Working knowledge of SAP

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FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Performs any one or combination of related and recurring production line and material handling activities in the Austin Extrusion/Blending department, which may include, but is not limited to operation of production equipment in the mixing area, slitter area and regrind area in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations. Input numerical/information data on batch orders, reports, etc. into a CRT. Operate a fork lift safely. Incumbent will schedule their tasks in such a manner so as to maintain/meet production needs. Documents lot changes, line clearances, calculations, and numerical data, downtime, and Quality Assurance checks per work order instructions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in lot changes, performs line clearances, performs and documents cleaning operations as required. Knowledgeable of defect recognition and ability to pass annual written area requirements for area/job certification. Ensure area equipment is maintained within Batch Order certified parameter ranges.

• Inspects components, materials, batch order documents, log books, and final products either as inherent part of the production process or off line. Knowledgeable of defect recognition, product sampling per batch record instructions recognizes action levels and notifies area specialist and/or supervisor if out of range.

• Adheres to area JSA plan and ergonomic recommendations. Reports all accidents or near misses immediately to area specialist and/or supervisor, as well as any observed unsafe acts.

• Meets the established labor standards for the respective tasks. Assures adequate levels of commodities and supplies are maintained for assigned functional area. Removes scrap as well as finished product to designed areas as needed. Achieve production through put and quality standards and report any deviations from those standards to area specialist and/or supervisor.

• Works with internal customers, shares information and provides feedback on commodity related issues. Ensures quality product is delivered to the next process in line on time per production schedule.

• Works in a team environment, which includes, but is not limited to, problem solving, using interpersonal skills to coordinate activities, effectively communicate and follow verbal and/or written instructions. Adapts to a changing environment and/or situations in a constructive manner. Assist in area improvements; cost reductions department changes and meetings. Must be able to schedule own tasks and work independently while meeting the needs of the team / department.

• Must be able to schedule own work to meet production needs and ensure there are no interruptions to the extrusion process.

• Must be able to determine best use of available regrind in mixing (e.g. which box to use to get the most desirable regrind percent based on available regrind, amount of powder in system, feedback from equipment operators as to color and melt issues for that extruder.)

• Must be able to evaluate equipment performance based on prescribed procedure and/or processes.

• Adapt to changing situations and the requirement to change the work, break and lunch schedules as operational needs change.

• Adhere to cGMP guidelines, SOP's and plant rules/policies.

• Work on special projects as they arise.

• Ability to read, write, and understand English - follow both verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, (e.g. add, subtract, multiply, divide, work with fractions, decimals, and percentages).

• Position requires average mechanical skills, must be able to perform mechanical adjustments, minor troubleshooting, use power and hand-operated tools, drive a forklift, and operate a pallet jack.

• Ability to read and follow schematic diagram for equipment set up.

• Ability to properly handle hazardous waste per approved operating procedure.

• Must be able to pass the cGMP and area certification requirements.

• Must be able to lift and/or manipulate up to 50 pounds repeatedly over a 12-hour shift.

• Must be able to obtain a fork lift license, which will require ability to complete and pass a fork lift physical, written test, and operate a fork lift safely.

• Be able to demonstrate the ability to schedule their own tasks in such a manner so as to maintain production needs.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.

• Minimum six months experience as a Production Operator in this facility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Travel Requirements:

• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Works in a manufacturing environment.

• Must wear hearing protection, safety shoes, prescription glasses (if prescribed), and any/all personal protective equipment required to perform jobs in areas.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Description: Roles and Responsibilities include:

• Specifying/implementing extrusion equipment and improving extrusion performance at the Bloomsburg facility

• Coordinating with other Kawneer extrusion facilities to develop and implement standardized extrusion best practice equipment/process.

• Overseeing and coordinating extrusion material handling equipment and practices throughout the Bloomsburg facility.

• Designs, develops and tests and/or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.

• Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.

• Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.

• Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.

• Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.

• Devises and implement preventative, total productive and predictive maintenance plans to drive equipment reliability to best in class.

• Develops solutions to repetitive failures and other maintenance problems and Provides troubleshooting support for electrical and mechanical systems.

• Other duties as required

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Minimum 5 years' work experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Experience with Hydraulics and project management skills.

• Aluminum extrusion experience including isothermal extrusion control.

• Experience in requesting and justifying capital funding.

• Experience in reliability excellence and use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.

• Experience with PLCs including troubleshooting and programming.

• Ability to analyze difficult and complex engineering systems and render clear interpretation and direction

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word)

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and or Autodesk Inventor

• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic/pneumatic schematic

• Working knowledge of aluminum extrusion technologies and processes