Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator, Fort Worth, TX
Job Responsibilities/Requirements:
• Prior experience operating and setting up machinery in a manufacturing plant required, operating extrusion equipment is a plus.
• Troubleshooting and critical thinking skills helpful.
• Capable of reading and writing in English
• A production report must be completed, in writing, throughout the shift.
• Ability to read a micrometer & tape measure.
• Understand /follow instructions on production orders and set-up equipment accordingly.
• We will train on the specifics regarding the raw materials.
• Must possess critical thinking and troubleshooting skills in order to make adjustments to the machinery.
• Must work well with co-workers.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• Operators serve in a leadership capacity for the production line crew and must be able to effectively lead and communicate job details with coworkers.
• Operators must communicate with direct supervisor regarding:
• Production line performance
• Any challenges encountered.
• Machinery issues or preventive maintenance needed.
• Responsible for ensuring the quality of the product meets customer expectations.
• Must possess basic computer skills to generate product labels.
• Must keep area in and around production line clean during shift.
• Must wear required PPE (Safety glasses & Earplugs)
Employer preferences:
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to speak and understand Spanish is not required, but helpful.
• Geographically desirable to south Fort Worth, with reliable transportation.
• Previous experience with plastics a plus.
Things to know:
• Environment is not climate controlled.
• Machinery / Grinders are loud.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 – $22.00/hr.
Schedule/Shift:
• Evening shift
• Night shift
•Full time (40/hours = Monday – Friday) must be flexible
• Overtime (Saturday and/or Sunday if needed, required overtime will be announced each Thursday prior to the weekend).
• 8 regular hours per day
Benefits: (Once converted to Permanent)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance