Extrusion Operator

Title: Extrusion Operator
Shift: 7:50pm-8am 12 hour 4 star Rotation 

Location: Glasgow, Kentucky

Address: 205 American Avenue, Glasgow, KY 42141

Reports to: Production Supervisor

It is a great time to join our team!

3A Composites is a leading player in segments such as composite panels for high-quality facades and display applications. In the United States, its best-known brands are Alucobond®, Dibond®, Gatorfoam®, Sintra®, and Fome-Cor®.

 

What we offer:

• Competitive pay + bonus program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits start on Day 1
• Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• An industry-leading 401k contribution up to 7%
• Opportunities for Quarterly Bonuses
• Internal job growth and mobility
• Gym / Fitness Club Reimbursement Program
• Hourly employees are paid weekly
• Discounted medical premiums by participating in 3A’s wellness program

 

The Role:

Operators are responsible for manufacturing and productions processes and are critical to ensuring the quality of 3A’s products.  Operators must adhere to EHS policies, procedures, and regulations at all times. 

• Demonstrate an ability to effectively troubleshoot  equipment for optimum productivity and quality.
• Operate forklift daily, as needed.
• Communicate with Production Coordinator and Lab Technician daily.
• Perform start-up and shut-down procedures effectively.
• Check finished board for gauge average and record test results.
• Examine board for smooth, even surface and record test results.
• Inspect board for width, length, and diagonal difference and record results.
• Inspect board for score line position and record results.
• Examine board for crimp width and folding consistency and record results.
• Monitor the production schedule and complete product change overs, which require adjustments to the equipment downstream of the primary puller.
• Monitor the activities of the Material Handlers and delegate the set-up of the EOL area to complete packaging procedures of the material.
• Ensure the finished product is labeled or stenciled with the correct date, product type, product size, quantity, run number, and pallet number.

 

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and maintain accurate records.
• Basic math skills.
• Self-Starter with little supervision.
• Mechanical aptitude – have demonstrated and understanding of machine logic and the ability to troubleshoot equipment successfully.
• Capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Basic computer functions.
• Understanding of lock-out/tag-out procedures: ZES, IES, etc.
• Ability to operate a fork lift in a safe manner.
• Ability to analyze and document SOPs.