Extrusion Operator

BASIC FUNCTION: Quality, efficient fulfillment of production orders on EL02, EL09 or EL18, as scheduled and released by the scheduling department in coordination with Line Supervisors, PE and Production Manager. Minimize scrap rates, setup times and downtime on assigned Extrusion line(s). Maintain safe, neat and orderly work environment.RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete setups, startup and operate twin-screw compounding extrusion production equipment to produce TPE compounds in accordance with standardized techniques and quality requirements to maintain production schedule set by Line Supervisors, Process Engineering and/or Production Manager. Maintain quality standards through timely completion of start-up inspections and frequent visual inspections of in-process production orders. Ensure online testing results are recorded in SAP as specified per work order (Hardness, Density, etc.). Ensure all production paperwork is complete prior to releasing completed production orders to QA (cleaning/setup checklists, start-up inspections, weigh/mix sheets, raw material lot numbers, etc.). Accurate recording of production time, yield and scrap for each production order in SAP and Shift Book. Record all machine downtime in Shift Book, including accurate classification and detailed information on root causes/resolutions. Label and return unused raw materials from production line scales to Raw Material Preparation area. Participate in daily communication at shift changeovers to ensure smooth production order flow. Maintain active daily communication with other departments for support needs, including Raw Material Preparation, Process Engineering, Maintenance and Logistics. Active involvement in and support for continuous improvement activities within the work center (daily housekeeping, organization, 5S, ownership, etc.). Adhere to established policies, procedures and SOP's, paying special attention to safety guidelines. Notify supervisor and/or management of any material discrepancies, safety hazards, personnel injuries or any conditions that might affect product quality or on-time delivery. Notify maintenance, supervisor and/or management of any equipment malfunctions or damage. Attend training classes provided by Kraiburg TPE. Perform other related duties as assigned.SKILLS: Mechanical Aptitude Math Aptitude Oral and Written Communication Skills Reading Skills Time Management Skills Organization Skills Professionalism Forklift Driving Ability to lift up to 55 pounds bags of raw material or totes.EDUCATION/TRAINING: High School Diploma or higher.EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment, with preference for plastics machinery operation. SAP experience preferred.

Created: 2026-04-02