<p>Company Summary:</p> <p>Plastic Ingenuity is committed to providing innovative, high-quality packaging for the food, healthcare, and consumer goods industries. At the company's heart are five core values that define who we are and why we have sustained success since 1972. We are friendly and genuine, fostering authentic connections with colleagues and clients alike. Resourcefulness defines our approach, allowing us to turn challenges into opportunities. Collaboration is ingrained in our process, uniting diverse perspectives to identify creative solutions. Total customer focus drives us; we listen intently, respond promptly, and consistently exceed expectations. Lastly, we are dependable doers, letting our actions speak louder than words. These values are the cornerstone of Plastic Ingenuity.</p> <p>Please do not call to check on your application status. If we are interested based on the application you submitted, we will reach out to you directly. Any status update can be submitted to lpearson@plasticingenuity.com Thank you.</p> <p>Role Summary:</p> <p>The Extrusion Operator is responsible for setting up jobs on the extruder. This includes changing the die set, putting on deckles, setting gaps on rollers, filling the extruder with materials, and maintaining the extruder to produce rolls of plastic to be sold or used in production.</p> <p>Personality and Interest Profile - You may enjoy this role if you:</p> <ul> <li>Are a self motivated problem solver </li><li>Enjoys using hand tools </li></ul> <p>Accountable for:</p> <ul> <li>Monitoring and troubleshooting any problem with the extruder. </li><li>Overseeing each job that runs and ensures each job is completed </li><li>Understanding and completing the required paperwork regarding equipment maintenance, job setup and quality standards. </li><li>Changing the rolls on the extruder, using a hoist to lift and carry the roll to the skid </li><li>Perform maintenance activities on the extruder </li><li>Help with other tasks within the department </li><li>Follows good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety. </li><li>Ability to work independently and have sound technical judgment to work without much technical direction from manager. </li></ul> <p>Desired Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands:</p> <ul> <li>Frequent lifting of 15-25 lbs/Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs/More than 50 lbs requires a team lift </li><li>Frequent repetitious tasks with upper extremities </li><li>Prolonged periods of standing on concrete floor </li><li>Ability to correctly wear/use personal protective equipment including long sleeves as required </li><li>Frequent climbing steps and/or ladders while working on elevated platforms </li><li>Work involves exposure to high temperatures </li><li></li></ul> <p>3rd Shift is Mon-Friday- 10:15pm-6:30AM. To ensure excellent training in preparation for success in your new position, you must be able to train on 1st shift for up to one week</p>