Expansion Operator 2nd shift
Marquee Staffing
San Marcos, CA
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
San Marcos, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Expansion Operator 2nd Shift
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and mechanically inclined Expansion Operator to join our team on the 2nd shift. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience working on expansion or extrusion machines in a plastics manufacturing environment. The role offers stability, growth potential, and the chance to contribute to high-quality production processes.
Shift Details:
- Hours: 3:00 PM 11:00 PM
- Full-time, 40 hours per week with potential for overtime
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate expansion machines in accordance with detailed Work Instructions, Shop Orders, Engineering directives, and management instructions to ensure production meets customer specifications.
- Monitor machine performance continuously, promptly identifying and resolving issues related to diameter, color, surface quality, and other expansion variables.
- Maintain quality standards by adjusting process parameters to meet internal and external specifications, while minimizing material waste.
- Recognize early signs of equipment issues, troubleshooting basic mechanical or process-related problems to maintain optimal operation.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment by adhering to safety policies, housekeeping standards, and proper tool maintenance.
- Handle and store tooling, dies, and inspection tools appropriately, reporting worn or missing items to supervisors for timely replacement.
- Assist with routine preventive maintenance tasks to keep machinery operating efficiently and reliably.
- Communicate any safety concerns or unusual machine conditions immediately to supervision.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to read and interpret specific Work Orders and technical instructions.
- Mechanical aptitude with a strong understanding of how extrusion/expansion machinery functions.
- Basic math skills for measuring product dimensions such as inside diameter, wall thickness, and length.
- Troubleshooting skills with the ability to modify process parameters to ensure product quality.
- Flexibility to adapt to manufacturing variables and changing priorities.
- Physical ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 40 lbs. repeatedly throughout shifts.
Benefits and Opportunities:
- Stable, full-time employment with overtime opportunities.
- Training and skill development in plastics expansion processes.
- Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a collaborative environment.
- Growth potential within a growing manufacturing organization.
Join us as an Expansion Operator and be part of a team committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Your mechanical skills and dedicated work ethic can help drive our success!
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