Extrusion Technician

Summary:

Extrusion Process Technician “C” is responsible for assisting in line setups, minor machine and extrusion tooling troubleshooting, minor maintenance repair and tear down of all extrusion machines as applicable to insure a safe and efficient product environment resulting in finished product that adhere to the quality standards of George Fischer Sloane. The Extrusion Process Technician “C” possesses a thorough knowledge of operating the extrusion machine and requirements of the extrusion machine operator, and is in a position to work toward future advancement with additional training and experience. THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL TECHNICIAN.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance on extrusion machines, tooling, and related extrusion molding equipment.
• Maintains a neat, clean, orderly work area, cleaning up machines and work areas after a change/work has been completed.
• Assists higher level Process Techs on line/tooling changes.
• Assists higher level Process Techs on in “cycling-in” the extrusion process.
• Assists higher level Process Techs to keep the machines running at standard and meeting Quality Assurance specifications on finished product.
• Assist in higher level Process Techs in maintaining proper paperwork as required. Insures that every machine has the correct part(s) identified as scheduled to run in the extrusion line.
• Assist higher level Process Techs in identifying correct materials and making material attachment to the extrusion machine.
• Ability to operate a forklift in accordance with state and local regulations with an approved forklift license (may be working toward the license with plant H.R./training dept.).
• Supports the established Quality Policy
• Fulfills role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instructions.
• Perform and document QC measurements including visual inspection to ensure product is within specification.
• Fills out production tickets with the proper information for audit station one. I.e. part number, weight of lift etc.
• Trim all parts as required and package per specifications.
• Must possess the ability to work with minimum direction after being trained.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• High school graduate, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.
• Possess mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer and math skills.

Core Values:

• Safety
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Player

Core and Critical Competencies:

The following competencies in which all employees shall have a satisfactory level of skills:

• Communication
• Organizing

Technical Skills:

• Understanding of the manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of safety.
• Knowledge of measuring devices and testing.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking – frequently
• Standing – frequently
• Climbing – occasionally
• Squatting/Stooping – Rarely
• Reaching – occasionally
• Lifting - up to 40# frequently
• Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)

Safety Requirements:

• The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures.
• Must wear proper PPE

Salary : $40,500 - $51,300