Production Operator

What's attractive about the Production position? Work only 14 - 15 days/month with built-in OT. Referral bonus up to another $2,500. Comprehensive Benefit Packing, including: Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision Supplement Benefits - Life & AD&D insurance Financial Benefits - 401K w/match, tuition assistance, ESPP, FSA & HSA opportunities Work/Life Benefits - PTO, Sick Time, Holiday, & Wellness memberships Summary: Work as part of a team, as well as independently to run and maintain assigned extruder machines to produce quality window and door parts, to customer specifications, with minimal waste. Responsibilities: Participate in pre-shift meetings to review Safety, Quality, and Production goals. Review production schedule, and perform work in accordance with targets, while maintaining a safe work environment. Place parts into crates, and label according to packaging procedures using safe body mechanics. Perform quality checks on parts and document results in accordance with standard work tasks. Cut and weigh product samples for Quality Assurance, testing, or customer requirements. Identify and inform appropriate staff regarding product defects. Anticipate the demand for needed materials by planning and monitoring assigned lines. Record 'sold' quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and OEE. Push finished product cards to staging area, replace empty cart, and pre-load the first stage of packaging. Follow all safety procedures, rules and guidelines; and notify supervisor/team lead of any existing or potential safety issues Responsible for attending work on time and for scheduled hours each day. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. Adhere to and complete work within the 5S standards, SOPs, and OSHA guidelines. Extruder III & IV: Responsible for machine set up and color change. Machine maintenance as needed Responsibility for training and mentoring lower levels. Education and Experience: A high school degree, or equivalent preferred. Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred. Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Good reading ability and basic math skills, including the ability to read and understand packaging layouts and other manufacturing documentation. Basic computer proficiency with the ability to log into a variety of systems, and enter data accurately. Ability to use hand tools, previous experience with calipers, a plus. Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled, required. Able to stand for long periods of time. A positive attitude with a desire to contribute to a team. An interest in learning new skills, and career growth. Safety focus with a willingness to adhere to safety guidelines.