Description
This position is responsible for the set up and operation of thermoplastic extrusion equipment that blends, mixes, packages, and transports dry or liquid materials to produce customer products.
Work Schedule
Production 1st Shift5:45 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Responsibilities
Set up, start, and operate machinery to mix, extrude, discharge, or handle materials according to operating procedures ensuring strands of material are continuous and ensure all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures and ISO/IATF quality standards.
Weigh ingredients to meet specifications and insert into machinery, or ensures the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area and insert pre-blended materials into machinery.
Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
Examines material visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
Transfer samples of materials to the lab for evaluation and follow instructions on any batch adjustments if needed.
Package the finished pelletized materials in containers or transfer to storage silos.
Refer issues/problems to Production Lead for disposition.
Perform all required machine cleaning.
Complete and maintain all required system inputs/transactions. Responsible for data integrity.
Document work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.
Participate in training, retraining, and continual improvement processes and methods.
Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
Material handling.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work process, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
Must be able to operate/monitor equipment during operations to ensure quality production
Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and stand for an 8-hour shift
Read and follow manuals and procedures
Maintain a clean and safe workspace
Must be dependable and have excellent attendance
Possess a positive attitude
Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed
Willing and able to work in temperature extremeshot and cold
Must be able to pass a forklift driving test
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Education and Experience
Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
Preferred forklift experience
Preferred previous manufacturing experience
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Regularly
Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Talk and hear to coordinate and operate equipment
Use of safety equipment as dictated by the work (safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, face shields, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to noise levels above the OSHA action level requiring use of hearing protection
Frequently
Lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
Work in temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions, with dust, fumes, airborne particles, etc.
Occasionally
Sit
Handle (with mechanical equipment) up to 250 lbs.
Other
Specific vision abilities may require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Summary
RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The company has over 20 manufacturing plants located in the United States, Mexico, Europe, Singapore, and China. RTP Company's engineers develop customized thermoplastic compounds in over 60 different engineering resin systems for applications requiring color, conductive, elastomeric, flame retardant, high temperature, structural, and wear-resistant properties.
To apply, please scan the QR Code or go to www.rtpcompany.com, Employment tab, Current Openings button.
EOE, including disability/vets: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
