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Extrusion Technician

Trelleborg, Northborough, MA, United States


Northborough - 10A Forbes Rd, Northborough, Town of, MA 01532, USA

Responsibilities

Set-ups and tear downs of extrusion lines including essential paperwork

Starts extrusion lines and adjusts process to meet specifications.

Communicates with Manufacturing Engineer on all tool damage and wear

Extruder and line cleaning and inspection, including tooling.

Basic trouble shooting techniques to bring product back to specification.

Trains operators in line operation and inspection.

Advanced trouble shooting techniques.

Can identify root cause of extrusion problems and fix, ie material, equipment, process

Performs simple maintenance of equipment

Does not need supervision to run entire process and complete extrusion orders

Completes all paperwork with minimal to no errors.

Works with NPD to run new product trials

Works with NPD to create process characterization and solve advanced technical extrusion problems.

Works with Manufacturing Engineers to determine root cause and solutions.

Works with Manufacturing Engineers to write up work instructions and assess process stability and cost savings.

Education and Experience

High School Degree or equivalent

Silicone or Plastic extrusion or related experience

Level 1: 2 years Silicone or Plastic Extrusion experience

Level 2: 5 years Silicone or Plastic Extrusion experience

Level 3: 10 years Extrusion, set‑up and training experience

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively

Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance

Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines

Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes

Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately

Commitment to making improvements company wide

Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office

Commitment to be present for all assigned shifts

Team player and independent worker

Mechanical aptitude

Compensation
Range: $25/hr - $35/hr

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

EEO Statement
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.

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