Multi-Line Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo
Electric Group company, is looking for 2nd Shift Multi-Line Extruder in
our Turners Falls, MA manufacturing facility. Operator will set up
tubing, semi-pressure and pressure processes on extruder lines which
include: operation of multi-head/tandem; multi-extrusion lines; various
printers; to jacket a wide range of short run, heavy/large wire, cable,
braided products with extruded compounds of various colors according to
specifications and established procedures. Run two extruders singly or
simultaneously dependent upon demand. Starting Rate: \$22.63-28.03/hour,
2nd shift \$2.00/hour shift differential Job Duties: Work from shop
orders, requisitions, move various heavy sized wire reels to take off
apparatus; properly mix various components and chemicals to obtain and
maintain stability with regard to footage, lengths, wall thickness,
proper die and leader sizes. Work in MIS system. Schedule production,
selecting shop orders to consolidate runs for best efficiency and to
meet time requirements. Set ups are exacting/precise and require placing
and adjusting dies and leaders in extruder; obtaining and maintaining
proper temperatures, speeds, feeds. Ensure adequate cleaning of heads,
screws and barrels. Operate marking/printing machines of various types
- as specified to apply identification number, stripe or legend to
extruded wire/cable. Operate multiple pay-off and take-ups per shop
packet or wire size. Perform visual and tactile checks of work and take
samples according to specifications and instructions. Operate testing
Equipment And Perform Tests According To Specifications Including
concentricity, OD/ID, elongation, adherence, and other tests are
required. Monitor operations on a continuous basis and as needed make
adjustments to water trough, speeds, feeds, and other variables to meet
quality and quantity parameters. Detect and report defective materials,
improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to
supervision. Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly
Condition. Ability To Work a Flexible Schedule. Qualifications High
School diploma or GED and basic math skills required. Be a team player,
enjoy detailed work and willingness to learn! 3 plus years of
progressive manufacturing experience directly related to extrusion
preferred Use of judgment to plan, perform and make decisions as to set
ups and operations of multi-head/multi-line extruders (at times
simultaneously) to ensure that products meet quality specifications,
quantity and schedules within the limits of recognized or standard
methods or procedures. Position requires moderate + physical effort
consisting of frequent moving, of average to heavy weights, lifting 50 +
lbs., pushing, pulling large reels etc. Long periods of standing
Continuous mental and visual attention to detail, manual coordination of
diversified duties, also repetitive work, requiring constant alertness
or activity. Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes,
dust, hot and cold temperatures etc. Benefits: Medical, Dental and
Vision FSA/HSA 401(k) with Employer Match Life, AD&D and Disability PTO
and Holidays Employee Assistance Program 5 day work week, voluntary
Overtime, Overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per week
