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Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationReschcor - Bristol, INPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolSalary Range$21.00 - $27.00 HourlyTravel PercentageNoneJob Shift5:45 pm - 6:00 amJob CategoryManufacturingDescriptionWhy join Reschcor? Our culture is built upon relationships, trust, honesty and respect. We value all employee contributions and strive for continuous improvement in our operations. Learn more about our fun family atmosphere by visiting us at reschcor.comOur benefits include: Incentive plans, competitive group health/ dental/vision insurance, company paid STD and life insurance, 401k retirement plan options with a company match, generous PTO, flexible unpaid time off, traditional and non- traditional schedules, structured employee training programs, development initiatives, and fun activities. Do you know anyone at Reschcor?Be sure to have them refer you so they can take advantage of our Employee Referral Program. This position is a tiered position and is overall responsible for being the technical leader, being able to trouble shoot and drive down scrap. This job will require executing the daily plan set forth by business needs while fostering a work environment that supports safety, quality, productivity, teamwork, training and development, and the overall Reschcor culture.Position OverviewEnsures effective employee relations and provides employee coaching and manufacturing development.Balances safety, quality, productivity, and morale to achieve positive results within the cell.Works to continuously improve in all areas.Assists with achieving daily production requirements and accurately reporting these results.Participates in and actively supports the facility safety systems.Understands and utilizes the Quality Management system.Troubleshooting machinery/equipment.Follow up on production and quality issues with direction of Shift Supervisor and Production Manager and Quality Manager.Responsible for using a percentage of regrind back into the profiles as deemed acceptable by the BOM.Practices 5s and lean manufacturing principles and is responsible to assure that lean practices are being maintained within the cell.Lead Technicians will need to enjoy working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesRead and follow Reschcor Parameters/Prints/Quality Plans/Packaging DocumentationCalculate with basic arithmetic and metrology using rulers, tape measures, calipersRead and follow routing information for work ordersClean out Loaders/Blenders/DryersPurge, cleanout, bump screws on extruders properlyRemove and install simple dies and sizing in tanks with instructionSetup and operate common downstream equipment with instructionClean out production line grinders and apply labeling properlyLoad hoppers and hand mix material into extruders (Main and Co-Extruder)Set extruder temperatures and start extruder warm up procedureBasic understanding of and ability to follow tool routing procedureManagement of raw material usage at the extrusion linesSetup and produce quality profiles on single or twin-screw extruding linesSetup and produce quality profiles on downstream equipment for frequently run profilesFollow processing parameters for commonly used materialsFollow setup and Dozuki instruction with limited assistanceString up and save common profiles with minimal scrap generatedProduce quality profiles with limited assistance of othersProblem solve issues and suggest continuous improvement activitiesTrain and develop jr lead techniciansIdentify and assist in resolving safety and productivity issuesQualificationsQualifications IncludeHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Experience in plastics is preferred but not required.Proficient with basic arithmetic, algebra, statistical calculations, and metrology including rulers, tape measures, and calipers.Strong organizational skillsStrong ability to problem solveTechnical knowledge of extrusion Demonstrated strong leadership skillsMust possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to interact within all levels of the organization.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and ExcelExperience working within ERP system, preferably IQMSAble to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documents.Lean manufacturing or six sigma experience is a plus. Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, walk up and down stairs and lift up to 50 pounds. Available to work a 12 hour rotation schedule: working 4 days one week and 3 days the next week#Reschcorjobs