Machine Operator (Plastic Extrusion)

At Pacur, our Extrusion Machine Operators oversee one or more sheet lines ensuring all safety, quality, output, documentation, and cleaning standards are met or exceeded.

Shift: Extrusion Machine Operators work a rotating 12-hour shift. 7:00AM to 7:00PM and 7:00PM to 7:00AM. The 28-day rotation results in approximately 14 work shifts per month.

What you will do:

• Start up and shut down sheet lines as directed by supervisor or lead

• Oversee the operation of one or more sheet lines safely and efficiently. You are responsible for safety, quality, output and documentation.

• Complete job changeovers with minimal scrap and downtime

• Safely complete indexing at the end of a roll

• Complete all required data entry in the Plex computer system

• Complete all required equipment logs

• Maintain good sheet output through the use of quality standards, scanning equipment, visual checks, end of roll sampling and maintaining silicone quality

• Ensure dryer loading, color auger feed, and mixing station operations

• Maintain all silicone requirements including bath changes

What are the education and skill requirements?

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and execute written instructions in job packets
• One or more years of experience as a production machine operator or setup technician
• Ability to troubleshoot and make machine adjustments as needed to maintain quality output
• Willingness and ability to work with team mates on other extrusion lines

What are the physical requirements?

• Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds
• Stand and walk to monitor the extrusion line throughout the shift
• Climb ladders and stairs to access the 2nd level of the extrusion lines

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Excellent Communication Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Extrusion Machine
• Overhead Crane
• Measurement Gauges