- Sets up production equipment to produce sub-assemblies or finished products.
- Ensures production equipment is properly set up.
- Checks products on line to confirm that they are OK and remove off-spec products.
- Compiles records, checklist and reports on quality inspection results.
- Cleans, maintains and performs basic repairs on equipment as needed.
- Schedules maintenance a repairs on equipment as directed.
- Prepares accurate recor related to quality, work in progress, test results, and special projects.
- Troubleshoots production problems.
- Reports and doents unresolved production problems.
- Operates and navigates with the extruder computer control systems.
- Operates the dosing unit polymer feed system and troubleshoots to eliminate feed problems.
- Starts up and runs extruders and affiliated equipment (godets, orientation lines, Denier counter, etc.) to produce macro fiber.
- Tests fiber denier and performs tray testing as required and when necessary troubleshoots process equipment and takes appropriate corrective actions.
- Tests fiber tenacity and elongation, and tracks results using SPC charting.
- Monitors equipment through measured checks of speeds and temperatures.
- Makes appropriate process changes using the extrusion process specification and troubleshooting guide in conjunction with directions from a higher-level Extrusion Process Operator or supervisor.
- Records production data for tracking and evaluating run yield trends, actual yield, and audit progression.
- Handles hoppers or port-a-vacs appropriately, weighing and recording data to track polymer usage.
- Maintains accurate and legible doentation.
- Maintains housekeeping standards.
- Makes appropriate process changes using the extrusion process specification and troubleshooting guide and as directed by management.
- Manages the operation of extruder, material loading and other auxiliary line at the same time.
- Starts up and runs extruders and affiliated equipment to produce macro fiber.
- Monitors environmental room conditions and initiates corrective actions as needed.
- Determines temperature start-up profiles based on IV and MI values and polymer history.
- Monitors and responds to quality issues based on SPC trending of fiber properties, fiber denier testing, and observations of physical appearance.
- Troubleshoots extruders (working closely with engineering support) and affiliated equipment and takes appropriate corrective actions to eliminate quality process issues.
- Monitors run yield trends, identifies process issues, recording appropriate information, and effectively communicating this information to support personnel, at shift change, and to management.
- Starts up and runs extruders and affiliated equipment to produce all denier sizes for macro fiber (including monofilament).
- Performs special projects as directed by Production in-charge.
- Applies an appropriate understanding of polymer behavior and extrusion technology to the extrusion process.
- Coordinates the efforts of others in their proper job function to minimize waste and maximize production yields.
- Learns new extrusion processes when opportunities are presented.
ADDITIONAL J REQUIREMENTS/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates personal computers (menu software applications, spreadsheet data entry)
- Operates electronic balances, calculators, winding, wrapping, cutting, and hand tools.
- Trains new associates in extrusion, orientation, and testing responsibilities
- Interfaces with appropriate engineering, facilities, and instrumentation support representatives in a professional
manner to ensure manufacturing operations and projects receive effective and timely technical support.
- Supports manufacturing teamwork in the daily communication by participating in shift change meetings and
sharing appropriate process information to ensure the timely resolution of manufacturing issues.
- Follow written specifications to manufacture product.
- Use associated test equipment
- Comply with all job specific safety procedures and utilize PPE when necessary.
- Comply with quality system requirements as defined within procedures and instructions.
- Consistently meet required work performance targets (RE’s), if applicable
- Accurately complete records as defined within the job procedures (e.g. manual a electronic doentation).
- Consistently meet required Training due date targets.
- Performs other duties assigned as needed
- At least high school graduate or vocation course graduate preferred.
- At least 5 years extrusion experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in G East working environment is preferred but not required.
- Basic knowledge of fiber physical properties and appearance quality (tenacity and elongation).
- Basic knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) used to identify and respond to press trends.
- Ability to make timely and accurate decisions.
- Leadership skills are desirable.
- With a keen eye for product quality and continuous improvement.
- Self-motivated and capable of completing job duties with minimal supervision.
- Basic computer skills: Microsoft office
- Basic math skills, Analytical and Problem solving skills.
- Basic knowledge of industrial tools and instruments.
- Forklift driving skills is an advantage.
- Could speak and understand English, Arabic is an advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relation skills.
- Must be able to lift 25kg.
- Willingness to work on rotating shifts
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