Extrusion Press Adjuster Job Description Sample

Overview

With a nationwide sales team and several manufacturing locations, B. Braun Medical has become a leading full-line supplier of healthcare products and services in the U.S. The company is committed to delivering innovative products and services with unmatched quality, superior technology, and cost-effectiveness, while maintaining environmental responsibility. Through its "Sharing Expertise®" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services. B. Braun employs over 4,500 people in the USA. B. Braun Medical Inc. began its operations in the USA in 1957. Initially, the company manufactured and sold disposable plastic syringes. During the 1980s and early 1990s, the company undertook several expansions and enlarged its product line of disposable medical devices. With the acquisition of McGaw, Inc. in 1997, including Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc. (CAPS®), B. Braun dramatically broadened its product lines and services to U.S. customers.

U.S. Facilities and Operations:

Supporting product sales are a network of nationwide marketing and manufacturing locations. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is home to the U.S. Corporate Headquarters along with the marketing offices of the Hospital, Outpatient Markets (OPM), Renal Therapies, Vascular Interventional, International, and OEM Divisions. Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc.(CAPS®) is also managed from this location. The nearby Allentown, Pennsylvania, facility manufactures Needle-free products, IV Safety Catheters, Anesthesia Systems, Introducers, Pharmacy Admixture products. Vascular products including Right Heart Catheters and Interventional Accessories are also manufactured in Allentown. The Irvine, California facility produces IV Solutions, Basic and Specialty Nutrition, Drug Delivery, and BTC products. Infusion Pump Systems are manufactured in Carrollton, Texas and IV administration and IV and Irrigation sets are produced in the Dominican Republic.

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Under the direction of area leader, performs operator maintenance, make minor adjustments and clean blockages on material handling systems and equipment. Performs medium to heavy material handling functions. Works in the Compounding Area. Fills in for Process Technologist as needed.

Responsibilities:
Essential Duties

• Performs adjustments, setups and changeovers on material handling systems.

• Operates hand and power trucks and other material handling equipment to move materials throughout the Production areas.

• Loads and unloads product onto or from pallets and gaylords, checks product identification to verify correct part number, lot number and description.

• Sets up, operates and maintains the Procedyne breaker plate cleaning equipment and ensures the ample supply of plates and screens are on hand.

• Monitors and maintains the dust collection system.

• Operates a CIMs terminal and Intermec bar code printer to record production output, log materials used and print bar code labels for finished rolls.

• Supplies extrusion lines with any needed supplies and raw materials.

• Recommends modifications to material handling systems to improve quality and efficiency.

• Fills in for Process Technologist s needed.

• Reports Quality Deviations to a Lead Person/Process Monitor.

• Completes and maintains appropriate documentation.

• Maintains work area in neat and orderly condition. Adheres to all safety and good housekeeping regulations.

• Works in other areas as needed and performs related duties on a relief basis as assigned.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Good communication skills with the ability to read, write, and understand job language and work directions in English.

• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to written procedures.

• Basic mechanical aptitude

• Knowledge of GMPs, safety conscious, innovator, visionary and team player

• Ability to add and subtract simple whole numbers.

Qualifications

Expertise: Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Etc

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Up to 2 weeks on the job training.

• Previous mechanical experience or technical training highly desirable.

• Proof required for proper use of hand or power truck operation.

Desired:

• N/A

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities /Women/ Veterans/Disabled

Through its "Sharing Expertise®" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

Other

Responsibilities:
Other Duties:

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk or bend and twist. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work in a manufacturing environment, exposed to moderate degree of noise at intervals throughout the shift (ear protection required)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Design, integrate and improve manufacturing systems.
• Research and troubleshoot component levels for mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Design tooling, pneumatic, electronic circuit boards, mechanics and computer control systems.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
• Coordinate with production planning on product changeovers to meet customer commitment dates.
• Review production schedule for maximum efficiencies.
• Validate that tooling and set ups for production lines are up to date and maintained.
• Liaison with Shift Supervisor, Engineering and Maintenance on issues related to all extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Review and direct with Technician on production cost indicators; product weights, line speeds and scrap to achieve measured goals.
• Ensure all equipment used in the extrusion process is up to safety, quality and production standards.
• Monitor and request service requests to ensure equipment reliability, process improvement and workflow efficiency.
• Review and ensure all statistical information and assigned duties of the Scoreboard are achieved and maintained.
• Coordination of all new material testing with the direction of appropriate department heads.
• Coordinate and train any continuous training as needed.
• Maintain the production lines at their maximum efficiency through rapport with the equipment and the set-up team.
• Performs any other tasks or responsibilities as directed by management.

• Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineer or equivalent.
• Three (3) plus years of extrusion experience
• Lean Principles and 5S experience preferred
• Excellent analytical skills resulting in improved solutions and efficiencies
• Proficient Computer competence (Microsoft Office)
• Effectively communicate in verbal and written English
• Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
This position assists in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting extruders, blenders, cutters, pullers, water baths, and various extrusion equipment. Operations are performed per written SOPs, including CGMP guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

• Assists in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting extruders, blenders, cutters, pullers, water baths, and various extrusion equipment.

• Process various documentation, such as work orders.

• Assists in the implementation of new products and equipment.

• Contributes to meeting department goals and operational metrics.

• 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 and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of related experience.

• Knowledge of the operation of extruders, braiders, pullers, cutters, dies, etc.

• 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 mathematical calculations and follow procedures.

COMPETENCIES

• Eye-hand coordination

• Quality inspection

• Computerized test equipment operation

Merit Medical Systems, Inc., an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V, is a dynamic, progressive and innovative company with a strong global presence. Our culture is highly energetic, family friendly, values its employees, and promotes them as standard business practice. To see what it is like to work at Merit take a look at our new recruiting video on YouTube at www.youtube.com/meritmedical to see the video titled "Great people, Great products, Great Company". Merit currently has the above opening located in South Jordan, Utah. Excellent compensation and benefits packages will be offered to the right candidate.

COMPANY HISTORY Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ, MMSI) was founded in 1987 by Fred P. Lampropoulos. Merit develops, manufactures and markets single-use medical devices primarily for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular and vascular disease. Merit has been successful in introducing and marketing innovative, high-quality products through its expertise in new product design and its capabilities in injection and insert molding of plastics; the application of its proprietary electronic and sensor-based technologies; and wire, extrusion and catheter technologies. Merit also develops and markets embolotherapeutic products for the treatment of uterine fibroids, hypervascularized tumors, and arteriovenous malformations. Embolotherapy procedures are primarily performed by interventional radiologists and use bioengineered microspheres to create targeted vascular occlusion and drug delivery. The Company is utilizing its competitive advantages and technologies to develop and offer products that address a wide range of needs related to cardiology and radiology procedures performed in hospitals. Sales are made primarily to U.S. hospitals through a direct sales force. The Company markets its products in over 60 countries worldwide, utilizing a direct sales force in Europe, and distributors for the remainder of the world.

MERIT MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC.
www.merit.com/careers
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Job Description:

Job Description

Delta Faucet Company in Lapeer, MI is looking for a new team member to work as Production Member in the Extrusion Department for our THIRD shift operations. Work schedule is 11:00 PM –7:00am, Saturdays are often required, occasionally work on Sunday. Pay range is expected to start at $13.78 / hour.

The Production Member for Extrusion (Regrind) is responsible for collecting trim scraps from the work areas. They transport, using the forklift, the scrap to the shredding room.

They process the scrap back into useful material. They also band finished sheet and transport to market. This person works independently and must be responsible for the appropriate volume of work. They report to the Team Lead in Extrusion.

Must be able to complete forklift training and certification within 3 business days.

Use hand held scanner to make inventory transactions

Requires a high level of accuracy

This is a high sound exposure / decibel level and secondary hearing protection is required

Shift

Shift 2 (United States of America)

Full or Part Time

Full time

Delta Faucet Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, protected status as a veteran, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other legally protected status under federal, state or local law.

Delta Faucet Commpany is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish

E-verify Right to Work Poster: English, Spanish

No visa sponsorship is available for this position, unless specified within the job description.

Job Description: OPENINGS: 1 - C Shift (6am-6pm)

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.

• Trim off stretch scrap.

• Cut material to the proper length to satisfy requirements.

• Cut excess for scrap. Inspect material for defects.

• Weigh one stock length per die run writing the weight on the Press Work Order.

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

• Perform dimensional inspections on extrusions.

• Record quantity on order ticket.

• Attach copy to pallet.

• Report production into JDE/KPMS system.

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

Qualifications

• Minimum Kawneer hiring requirements.

Physical Demands:

• Must pass physical if required to operate mule or crane & worked as 090100 EXTRUSION ENTRY
• Must be able to regularly perform moderate to heavy lifting.

Reasoning Ability:

• Must be able to learn basic computer skills

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position operates, maintains and troubleshoots extruders, blenders, cutters, pullers, water baths, sizing equipment and various other extrusion equipment. Operations are performed per written SOPs, including CGMP guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots extruders, blenders, cutters, pullers, water baths, and sizing equipment.

• Operates extrusion equipment for the mandril, wirebraid, and compounding lines.

• Process various documentation, such as work orders.

• Assists in the implementation of new products and equipment.

• Contributes to meeting department goals and operational metrics.

• Assist extrusion supervisor in training other production operators.

• Contributes to a positive and safe working environment and the overall team efforts of the department.

• Coordinate with materials, production floor, stock room and NPD to establish priorities.

• Conduct production, R&D, and engineering runs.

• Ensure that employees assisting in completing production work orders are efficient and completing assigned tasks to applicable procedures.

• 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 and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and three years of related experience.

• Knowledge of the operation of extruders, braiders, pullers, cutters, dies, etc.

• 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 mathematical calculations and follow procedures.

COMPETENCIES

• Eye-hand coordination

• Quality inspection

• Computerized test equipment operation

Merit Medical Systems, Inc., an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V, is a dynamic, progressive and innovative company with a strong global presence. Our culture is highly energetic, family friendly, values its employees, and promotes them as standard business practice. To see what it is like to work at Merit take a look at our new recruiting video on YouTube at www.youtube.com/meritmedical to see the video titled "Great people, Great products, Great Company". Merit currently has the above opening located in South Jordan, Utah. Excellent compensation and benefits packages will be offered to the right candidate.

COMPANY HISTORY Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ, MMSI) was founded in 1987 by Fred P. Lampropoulos. Merit develops, manufactures and markets single-use medical devices primarily for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular and vascular disease. Merit has been successful in introducing and marketing innovative, high-quality products through its expertise in new product design and its capabilities in injection and insert molding of plastics; the application of its proprietary electronic and sensor-based technologies; and wire, extrusion and catheter technologies. Merit also develops and markets embolotherapeutic products for the treatment of uterine fibroids, hypervascularized tumors, and arteriovenous malformations. Embolotherapy procedures are primarily performed by interventional radiologists and use bioengineered microspheres to create targeted vascular occlusion and drug delivery. The Company is utilizing its competitive advantages and technologies to develop and offer products that address a wide range of needs related to cardiology and radiology procedures performed in hospitals. Sales are made primarily to U.S. hospitals through a direct sales force. The Company markets its products in over 60 countries worldwide, utilizing a direct sales force in Europe, and distributors for the remainder of the world.

MERIT MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC.

www.merit.com/careers

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Consistently and safely operate extrusion machines at or above standard levels of operation including safety, quality, efficiency, scrap, and utilization. This includes running multiple lines at once, placing finished rolls of sheet onto racks, climbing into towers to sting up extrusion lines, and assisting with roll pulling as needed.

• Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine.

• Provide innovative solutions for production issues.

• Provide support and guidance to less experienced personnel.

• Complete appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities.

• Inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects.

• Observe all housekeeping, standard work, and safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required.

• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to stand on your feet and work for an entire 12 hour shift.

• Must be able to climb stairs and work in an environment with high temperatures.

• May be required to obtain forklift certification.

This position is for Pactiv, a company of Reynolds Group Holding Inc. At Pactiv, continuous innovation and development has secured our place as one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of foodservice and food packaging products. Pactiv currently produces custom and stock foam, plastic, aluminum, pressed-paperboard, PE coated board, and molded-fiber packaging. Our global force of almost 12,000 team members allows us to supply packers, processors, supermarkets, restaurants, institutions and foodservice industries around the world. Over the years, Pactiv has consistently outpaced the competition in safety, innovation and strategic acquisitions. Want to learn more? Visit www.Pactiv.com.

Pactiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, or any other characteristics protected by law. "IND1P" #ZR

Extrusion Operator
1st Shift

Position Summary

Oversee correct machine operation, quality check and package profile.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities

• Assist in line start-up.

• Stack good product in racks.

• Perform quality checks on profile.

• Monitor correct machine operation. Adjust machine for minor problems.

• Keep compound and pigment loaders full.

• Grind profile as needed.

• Keep work area neat and clean.

• Additional duties may be assigned as needed for business purposes.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• High School diploma/GED (minimum)

• Six months to one year related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education

• Basic computer skills with good working knowledge of Excel and Word software preferred

• Must have good communication and organizational skills

• Ability to multitask

• Be vigilant about safety

• Quality - conscious, oriented to excellence

About the Company

Our company culture is built upon YKK's philosophy called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS™. We believe that providing value and being fair to our customers and our employees are what makes us a successful company in return. Guided by our core values and fundamental behaviors, we strive to foster a caring company, committed employees and challenging work that benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work. By providing a high level of benefit coverage at reasonable cost to the employee, we hope to foster a long and productive employment relationship.

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Mohawk Industries is the leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring.

Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Bigelow, Daltile, Durkan, Karastan, Lees, Marazzi, Mohawk, Pergo, Unilin, Quick-Step and IVC. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans

Drug-Free/Tobacco-Free Workplace

Responsibilities

McFarland Dr Extrusion
12 HR Night Shift

This position plans, organizes, supervises, monitors and improves the day-to-day activities of the extrusion departmentand coordinates resources across shifts to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations while promoting a team environment.

Supervises extrusion department across one or more shifts, which includes reviewing production orders and/or schedules to ensure that production requirements within the department are completed according to established production schedules. Resolves operational, processing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and production downtime.

Continuously improves all production methods while adhering to all safety procedures. Responsible for training and development of hourly employees, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational polices.

Schedules personnel and assigns work to meet production requirements in an efficient and cost effective manner. Ensure adherence to established priorities for production workflow.

Assists with planning, developing and administering departmental procedures, policies and standards, ensures organization policies and procedures are communicated and practiced. Develops appropriate measures or standards for performance and uses these to monitor, evaluate and continuously improve employees and production. Maintains shift reports and records. Verifies employee hours worked in KRONOS.

Provides consistent and constructive feedback to employees; trains, develops or identifies employee’s training and resource needs, establishes priorities, monitors the quality and quantity of work performed by the department and the individuals within the department. This includes ensuring quality requirements and procedures for the department and plant are communicated, understood and practiced.

Maintains control of resources to ensure on-going operation of the department within the established budget, productivity and efficiency standards; develops and maintains effective working relationships with other departments to proactively address issues that may potentially impact the quality of the production process or product.

Works with safety committee by attending safety meetings, working on safety projects, completing safety surveys, performing safety training and ensuring a safe work environment and appropriate employee behavior.

Involved in the hiring process for assigned employee work group. Responsible for employee counseling and disciplinary actions, including recommendations for termination. Involves Human Resources for assistance in the resolution of employee relation issues through effective remediation techniques.

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

College degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential function of the job.
6-8 years of job specific experience in within the functional area. Experience must include a minimum of 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.

Proficient using a PC and other department specific databases, systems, and other hardware and software.

Proficient using all assigned department machinery and other related equipment and the knowledge and skills required to perform troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and resolve other basic operating problems.

Knowledge of Mohawk’s organizational and functional operating structure, products, administrative procedures, and policies.

Basic knowledge and understanding of HR policies, practices, and procedures as it relates to employee relations, hiring, terminations, benefits and compensations plans and administration guidelines.

Ability to use and apply basic mathematical principles and to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively interact with management, staff, and other internal customers

Ability to communicate with others in an antagonistic situation using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict and maintain professionalism in accordance with corporate standards.

Ability and willingness to challenge established practices and draw relevant conclusions; ability to persuade, market and sell new ideas; ability to work in a high-pressure environment and exercise good judgment to resolve problems in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

Excellent human resource management skills to effectively lead and direct a diverse work group; to achieve results through team efforts, and the desire and ability to motivate, persuade and direct the activities of others

Work environment is a noisy, high traffic production floor. Must be able to walk long distances, climb on machinery, and stand for long periods of time.

Bending, crouching, and stooping may be required. Must also be able to work in non-climate controlled facilities. May be required to work a flexible schedule to include evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

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Job ID 2018-39384

FLSA Status Exempt

Company MOHAWK

Job Group Manufacturing