Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator (Mahwah)

Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator

Job Description Assists in setting up and operating thermoplastic extruders and associated production equipment to convert plastic resins into blown film for flexible plastic sheeting tubing or bags. Performs manufacturing operations which will result in efficiently producing a flexible product on a timely basis that meets all the customer s product specifications.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following . Other duties may be assigned.Reviews Production Order Form specifications to insure the correct equipment packaging supplies and raw materials are available to produce a product that meets the customer s specifications.Assists in performing equipment production setup under the direction of the Team Leader or his designee. Set ups may include but are not limited to the following production equipment Sets up and controls extruder die and tower to set film dimension and thickness.Sets up and controls treater stations to prepare film surface.Sets up and controls in-line bag machines to set film dimensions and characteristics.Sets up and controls winders to set film dimensions and characteristics.Sets up and controls post gusseter to set film dimensions.Sets up and controls folder to set film dimensions.Sets up and controls in-line press to set printed film.Sets up and controls separator to separate film.Periodically observes and checks finished film coming off the production lines and if detects sub standard product takes immediate corrective action to eliminate any causes of sub-standard product.Assists other team members in performing operations according to sound production methods to make sure a product is being produced and packaged that meets the customer s specifications.Monitors production equipment to insure equipment is operating properly and under supervision of the Team Leader performs routine maintenance on equipment. Day Night Shifts Available 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am Monday thru Friday average of 48 hrs per week. Please respond with resume or include a brief employment history. Bi-lingual English Spanish a plus. Job location is in Mahwah NJ 10.00 hr to start weekly pay.