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Uponor Infra Ltd is currently looking for enthusiastic and qualified people, to work as Extruder Operators in our Production Department. Must be willing to work 12-hour continental shifts. These shifts are ideal, as the required working hours total approximately 14 shifts per month, meaning up to 17 days off in a month. The responsibilities of these roles include operating extrusion lines and ensuring the pipe produced is in-line with standards outlined in Uponor's quality plans.
Qualifications:
- high school diploma or equivalent
- ability to lift upto 50lbs on a regular basis
- solid, proven work history
- be flexible to work 12-hour continental shifts (includes some weekends)
- valid forklift license, with previous forklift experience in manufacturing environment
Responsibilities:
- Start up all specific product lines and subsequently operate the production line. Conduct all work according to established practices and procedures in a safe and proficient manner.
- Controlling the production process by inspecting, counting/measuring qualities/lengths and checking product and machine conditions accurately ensuring adherence to standards including use of measurement equipment. Ensure proper handling and movement of finished product through the production process.
- Troubleshoot production line, analyze machine and process problems, pose/implement solutions in a timely manner minimizing downtime and scrap.
- Operate materials handling system from railcar unloading, dryer operation and material loading pumps and hopper loaders.
- Operate a forklift in a safe and proficient manner. Place stock in the proper holding locations, in an organized and neat manner.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Additional Skills
- Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment
- Monitor quality of material produced
Specific Skills
- Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die