Machine Operator 1 - Day Shift

JOB DETAILS

Base Pay: $22.50 per hour

Day Shift: 7 am - 7 pm on a 2-2-3 Schedule

Benefits Start Day 1

On Demand Pay (Access to Your Pay When You Need It)

Weekly Pay

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Extrusion Associate 3 (EA3) is a training position through which Associates may advance to the Extrusion Associate 4 (EA4) position.  Through this training position, associates will learn to operate extrusion lines and produce vinyl siding products and accessories: ensuring that extruder outputs are consistent with product specifications and that quality assurance standards are maintained by inspecting finished product for consistency.

Associates must be in the EA3 position for a minimum of 6 months and be able to pass proficiency tests to be eligible for promotion to the EA4 position. Associates that are unable to pass the proficiency tests for the EA 4 position within a 12 month period will be demoted back to the position held prior to becoming an EA3.

• Associate must learn to verify operational status of all equipment on assigned line according to start-up check list

• Maintain extruder and all peripheral line equipment settings (embosser, sterlco, dies, MRF, etc.) to produce outputs that are consistent with product specifications

• Perform Quality Assurance responsibilities that include conducting a variety of tests on finished product to determine product quality within an established range of performance

• Notify Supervisory personnel of deviations for prompt and accurate correction(s)

• Communicate with Maintenance Department and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor about machine malfunctions

• Learn to Assist Extrusion Associate 4 with troubleshooting operational problems and adjust equipment to maintain consistency on the extrusion lines; inform QA Technician and Manufacturing Shift Supervisor(s) of problems or inefficiencies that cannot be corrected

• Learn to Assist with extruder machine output changeovers (e.g., embossing drums, die sets) during the shift

• Learn to conduct a variety of line/panel checks to determine product consistency, including panel thickness, width, length, radius, hook, nail hems, perforation, and weep holes

• Perform housekeeping duties as needed such as clean up of water spills, knock-out build up in MRF cutter, and knock-out bins; maintain cleanliness of extrusion line and surrounding work area

• Monitor Extrusion Associate 1s and 2s (Inspector/Packer) to ensure consistency and quality of product packed and application of proper packing techniques

• Relieve line EA1s and EA2s for breaks

• Develop communication skills so knowledge can be shared with previous and following shifts’ Extrusion Associates about product quality, problems, and status of work in progress

• Complete accurately and legibly all extrusion and quality assurance related paperwork (e.g. operational reports)

• Refer to Production Schedule for color of product, product number and quantity to be produced

• Locate Quality Assurance Specification from Lab to adhere to specifications for appropriate product

• Perform all quality assurance checks according to schedule on Operational Report

• Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked

• Observe health and safety practices at all times

• Accurately performs pre-start checks, including verifying all equipment is ready for start-up

• Perform other related duties and assignments as required

• Maintain supplies at workstation

• Communicate with Material Handler(s) to move full warehouse racks

• Aid with training of new personnel in extrusion and quality assurance areas.  Assist with training of temporaries and new hires in Extrusion Associate 1, 2, and 3 positions

• Floats to relieve Extrusion Associate 1s, 2s, 3s, and 4s for breaks

• Attend weekly shift meetings and monthly All Hands Forum, if required

• Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location

• Notify Supervisor if proper tools are not furnished to complete job functions

• Assist with production equipment maintenance