Missouri City, TX (Greater Houston Region)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Extrusion Machine Operator is responsible for operating all equipment on the filament extrusion lines. Additionally, the position will be responsible for material batch preparation, including filling, mixing, drying, and weighing of input materials
POSITION TYPE
Full Time, Hourly
The Extrusion Machine Operator reports directly to the Shift Lead.
Key Responsibilities
- Operation of a single or twin-screw plastic extruder, including material preparation, equipment setup, winding, and cleaning
- Document production rate against shift plan and complete work order information
- Document all equipment, material, and quality issues during shift
- Follow all process work instructions
- Follow all company environmental, health, and safety standards
· Stop work authority – STOPS all work if unsafe conditions are identified
- Communicate areas of improvement
Key Expectations:
· 12 Hour Shifts; from 3 – 4 shifts/week (alternating schedule)
· Reliable transportation to and from the facility
· Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
· Walking, standing, bending, lifting, and reaching are normal expected movements during a shift
· Previous experience working in a manufacturing or refinery facility
· Willingness to learn and teach others
· Open to taking direction and accepting feedback from others
· Willingness to learn and adopt core values of the company
Preferred Experience Background
- Previous extrusion experience
- Previous plastic manufacturing experience
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range:
$16-18/HR commensurate with experience. A $1/hour shift differential is added for night shifts
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road