We are looking to hire an extrusion machine operator with a minimum of 2 years of experience operating and troubleshooting extrusion machines.
- Helps assemble, calibrate, operate, and monitor the extruder and all auxiliary equipment systems.
- Inspects and evaluates equipment hourly; adjusts equipment variables to meet equipment and product requirements.
- Assists in evaluating orders; ensures paperwork is complete and accurate on all processing conditions; completes status reports.
- Distinguishes colors and duplicates those colors in the extrusion process.
- Establishes and maintains an effective line of communication with the Quality Assurance department.
- Thoroughly understands all quality assurance procedures and programs; ensures all products are within individual client specifications.
- Monitors and manages to shrink losses to acceptable limits/standards.
- Responsible for all product quality attributes.
- Evaluate product quality attributes; make immediate adjustments to correct out-of-specification products.
- Anticipates technical problems; proactively troubleshoots (where appropriate)
and makes technical adjustments and/or notifies maintenance.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work area and setting.
- Participate in a full facility and equipment clean-up between each product run as directed.
- Ensures required changeovers are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Responsible for becoming familiar with GMPs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all products.
- Complete simple production reports
- Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food safety and/or quality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education level: High school diploma and/or GED preferred.
- Experience - Min 2 years
- Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
- Ability to receive and provide instructions positively.
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form.
- Basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, and percentages.