Extruder Operator

5 months ago

Paragould, United States Prysmian Group Full time
Overview:Operates extrusion machines that apply coating onto a conductor through a curing process and apply to package.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for understanding and performing all tasks and responsibilities according to the specific Job Safety Practices (JSP) established for this job.
  • Responsible for safety and housekeeping procedures and for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
  • Responsible for adhering to all General Cable Corporation health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.
  • Responsible for work instructions corresponding with job.
  • Loads reel of specified core wire onto payoff and threads wire throughout line
  • Monitors line control devices, and adjusts machine controls to regulate factors such as line speed, outside diameter thickness, color, steam pressure, temperature, water level, and tensions.
  • Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions and/or specification variances. Makes independent decisions for appropriate corrective action to take to correct malfunctions & variances.
  • Examines wire for conformance to specifications and performs quality checks.
  • Changes machine according to part runs as specified on Work Order.
  • Uses HFA program to record and tag data such as scrap and finished goods.
  • Responsible for maintaining accurate data and information on quality logs, production reporting, and any other applicable documentation.
  • Responsible for initiating actions to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities, identifying and recording problems relating to product quality, processes, and quality systems, as well as controlling further processing or delivery of nonconforming product
  • May be required to work during hours of the day or week other than the standard operating schedule.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Verbal communication and listening skills appropriate for manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to use sound reasoning to make decisions in order to optimize efficiency of extrusion equipment from a productivity and technical standpoint.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical instructions.
  • Ability to plan and prioritize tasks and activities with the capability of making plan adjustments spontaneously to maximize safety, quality and machine efficiency.
Qualifications:High School diploma or GED preferred Proficient math skills good reading and listening skills Legible handwriting Prefer knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word software.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
  • Corrected vision to 20/20 being able to clearly see objects at long or short distances and be able to see details in small objects and read fine print.
  • Able to visually distinguish colors accurately.
  • Occasional manual lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent manually push/pull, scoot, slide, rotate or roll product or objects that are medium to large size and of various weights short distances usually on flat surfaces but occasionally on sloped surfaces, in order to place or reposition product or objects.
  • Able to lift and carry by hand various tools, materials, containers usually small to moderate in size.
  • Active walking with irregular periods of standing and infrequent sitting or leaning.
  • Frequent tasks involving reaching and/or gripping with varied personal physical exertion/force requirements for each task.
  • Able to react quickly to changing circumstances and move with safe speed and agility from one position or location to another.
  • Able to climb (stairs/ladders with less than 10 steps) frequently throughout the shift.

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