Day Shift Machine Operator

• Machine Setup & Breakdown: Install dies, mandrels, and auxiliary equipment; configure machine settings including temperature zones, pressure, and screw speeds based on work orders. 
• Production Operation: Load raw materials into hoppers, monitor the continuous extrusion process, and make real-time adjustments to controls to ensure consistent product flow and quality. 
• Quality Control Inspection: Regularly inspect finished products for visual defects, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauge)
• Maintenance & Cleaning: Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment; clean dies, screws, and filters during changeovers. 
• Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs of production counts, machine settings, material usage, and quality check results. 

Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) protocols, and proper PPE requirements to maintain a safe working environment