Change Management, Cost Control, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Extrusion, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Operations Processes, Plastics Manufacturing, Problem Solving Skills, Production Schedule, Profit & Loss, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Startup, Sustainability, Technical Strategy, Time Management, Traceability
The Extruder Technician is responsible for process design, operation, and implementation in plastics manufacturing to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability and profitability.
- Ensure timely startups, shutdowns, and extrusion processes to meet production schedules.
- Manage die changes, raw material traceability, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintain consistent line speed and product quality while ensuring safety and cleanliness.
- Troubleshoot, perform minor adjustments, and lead root cause analysis on extrusion lines.
- Train operators, follow safety protocols, and participate in safety checks and housekeeping.
- Work overtime/weekends as needed, with physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate in a manufacturing environment.
Qualifications include an AAS degree or relevant experience, strong computer skills, and multitasking abilities. Key competencies involve judgment, problem-solving, safety awareness, strategic thinking, and technical skills.