Extrusion Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Starting salary is $16.00 per hour

Shift: Day Shift (Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects and installs machine components, such as dies and calibration systems according to specifications, using hand tools and measuring devices
• Reviews work orders, specifications, or instructions to determine materials, ingredients, procedures, components, settings, and adjustments for extruding equipment
• Clears jams, removes defective or substandard materials or products, and readjusts machine components to conform to specifications
• Adjusts machine components to regulate speed, pressure, and temperature of machine, and amount, dimensions, and flow of materials or ingredients
• Monitors machine operations and observes indicator lights and gauges to detect malfunctions
• Set-up and tear down of extrusion tooling
• Maintain records and data log sheets
• Replaces worn or broken parts, such as nozzles, punches, and weather-strip units
• General upkeep and maintenance of extrusion area

• Complete thirty-six (36) hours as a Material Handler
• Complete forty-eight (48) hours as a Compound Handler
• Complete minimum eighty (80) hours in Tool and Die Department (SEE T&D TRAINING FORM)
• Tooling maintenance (cleaning, polishing, and storage)
• Tool Change-over (set-up and tear down)
• Extrusion tool components (dies, calibrators, tanks and templates)
• Accessory parts (puller pads, punches, weather-strip components, etc.)
• Complete minimum eighty (80) hours in Quality Department (SEE QA TRAINING FORM)
• Production and quality logs
• Stacking and tagging
• QA prints
• Gauges and other fit checks
• Color meter
• Scheduling board
• Measuring and documenting critical dimensions
• Proficient in use of calipers and other measuring devices
• General knowledge of different types of profiles (i.e. sash, frame, sill, etc.)
• Working knowledge of proper puller pads, their use and location
• Knowledge of all equipment emergency stops and usage
• Knowledge of extruder set-up and general operation
• Knowledge of downstream operation
• Knowledge of chiller system and acceptable water temperatures
• Working knowledge of weather-strip units and weather-strip insertion
• Ability to string up tool and assist Extrusion Operators in first pass

Site Address:350 State St. Rocky Mount Virginia 24151

For more information, please call or text:540-404-2314

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play.Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.