Ram Extrusion Operator
Location: Scranton, PA
Shift: Night Shift- 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
Pay: $23.51 plus shift differential
Perform all responsibilities with safety as first priority.
Demonstrates ability to operate and understand the principles of ram extrusion.
Manage multiple pieces of equipment and processes at the same time
Properly start up and shutdown the ram extrusion process.
Properly setup and tear down ram extrusion dies, clean dies as necessary
Monitor process and identify problems (heats, rates, physical characteristics, quality defects, and ensure product meets specifications)
Raw Material - Monitor, fill and/or exchange resin hoppers, complete color changes. Understand and use the Material Transfer System (Silo, Vacuum Pump, Receivers, and Control Panel)
Properly record production in Movex, cut up scrap, and package materials
Troubleshoot product defects, process issues, and equipment
Accurately operate downstream cutting equipment
Operate within given scrap rates and productivity metrics.
Cut stock to correct lengths, and package as necessary.
Properly label and identify all materials
Ability to complete all paperwork correctly and in a timely fashion
Use QC Tools to accurately inspect and document inspection data
Provide accurate information to the next shift during shift change.
Follow Nonconformance Policy when defects are observed
Complete Operator PM's
Work with Maintenance to ensure that equipment is working properly.
Assist Maintenance with tooling and equipment repairs as necessary
Have a complete understanding of normal operating conditions of Chillers, Material Transfer, Nitrogen, Air, Water, and Hydraulic Systems.
Flexible in job assignments plant wide, works overtime as needed to support plant operations.
Good attendance record.
Show up for assigned shifts, pre-arranged coverage, and all required meetings consistently.
High School diploma or equivalent
Maintain a clean and clutter-free work area.
Strong mechanical aptitude - Proper use of hand tools, and power tools. Able to mechanically understand how equipment operates, to assist in troubleshooting
Demonstrates ability to safely operate forklifts.
