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Extrusion Operator- Nights
Printpack
Grand Prairie, USA
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Operate extrusion equipment to meet quality, waste, and production standards
- Responsible for working with and training assistant operators in essential job functions
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures
- Monitor and maintain product quality to meet customer expectations
- Coordinate with other departments for mechanical issues and material concerns
- Accurately report production data through Prism system
- Manage material handling and preparation processes
- Oversee cleaning and maintenance procedures
- Oversee and perform roll changing and splicing operations
- Maintain resin inventory and equipment cleanliness
- Other duties as assigned
- Education & Experience:
- Previous manufacturing machine operating experience required
- Previous extrusion experience preferred
Required Skills:
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Ability to read and use measuring tools accurately
- Strong attention to detail
- Technical knowledge of extrusion processes
- Training abilities
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Computer literacy for data entry
- Problem-solving abilities
- Quality control knowledge
- Safety awareness and compliance
- Material handling expertise
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Good Mathematical skills
Additional Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must pass pre-employment assessment
- Drug screening required
- Background check required
- Physical Demands: The associate will be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to:
- Must be able to lift and handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and squat
- Proficiency in grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine motor skills
- Use of ladders and other equipment
- Forklift Certified or ability to become forklift and pallet jack certified
- Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)
- Work Conditions: The majority of tasks will be performed in a manufacturing setting with exposure to:
- Noise levels above 80 dB
- Operation of complex machinery
- Solvents, fumes and inks
- Variable Temperatures
- Ability to work from heights
- Must be able to work flexible shifts
- May require nights, weekends, and holidays
- An additional $2.50/hr premium for NIGHT Shift only between the hours of 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium
- Additional Internal Requirements:
- Must demonstrate Core Values
- Must be in good standing with no disciplinary action or attendance issues (Associates in Written or higher stage of counseling are not eligible to apply
- Must have performer or higher rating in last review
- Demonstrated sense of urgency in production recovery situations
- Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
- To view your rights and government notices, please see the links below:
- Know Your Rights - Conozca sus Derechos - Your Rights Under USERRA (dol.gov) - FMLA - FMLA (Spanish) - Polygraph Protection - Right to Work - Right to Work (Spanish)
- Printpack is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist you with your application for employment or job search, please get in touch with us by sending an email to [email protected]. Please include in your email a brief description of the accommodation you are requesting and the position for which you are interested in applying.
- Previous manufacturing machine operating experience required
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Ability to read and use measuring tools accurately
- Strong attention to detail
- Technical knowledge of extrusion processes
- Training abilities
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Computer literacy for data entry
- Problem-solving abilities
- Quality control knowledge
- Safety awareness and compliance
- Material handling expertise
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Good Mathematical skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous extrusion experience preferred
About Printpack
Food & Beverage Manufacturing3200 employeesFounded 1956
Family-owned American flexible and specialty rigid packaging manufacturer serving food, non-food, healthcare, and other consumer-product brands.
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