Position Title: Extruder Operator
Wage: $18.00/hour
Shift: 1st
Hours: 6:00am – 2:00pm (Monday – Friday), Overtime as Needed with Start at 4:00am
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QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for an Extruder Operator at a company in Columbus, WI. This is a potential to hire position for 1st shift. Apply now!
Extruder Operator Responsibilities:
- Prepare and transfer liquids and other ingredients as necessary for the upcoming run
- Assist in the start-up, changeover and shutdown of the extruder by standard operating procedures and as directed by the Lead Extruder Operator
- Control operation of various downstream processes as directed by the production schedule
- Conduct various quality checks of finished products according to established procedures and communicate any variances to the Lead Operator and Supervisor as appropriate
- Become knowledgeable of the operation of the Extruder, providing coverage for scheduled breaks by the Lead Operator
- Maintain clean, neat and orderly extrusion area, dryer area and downstream areas through continuous housekeeping efforts
- Perform various pre-shift and post-shift sanitation duties according to established procedures
- Ensure compliance with all HACCP, quality, and food safety requirements, including accurate and timely documentation
- Fill out all paperwork and production documentation completely and accurately
- Communicate with the blending, meat room, packaging and maintenance departments as the need arises
- Abide by safety rules and company policies and complete required safety training within the department
Requirements for Extruder Operator:
- Able to lift up to 50lbs from floor level to top of pallet (up to 84”)
- Able to perform repetitive motions for assigned tasks
- Able to stand for duration of shift
- Able to climb ladders and stairs
- Able to work in various temperatures including extreme heat, humidity and cold
- Able to work in an environment containing dust potential allergens and smells
- Able to perform basic visual requirements, read small print and differentiate colors
- Able to perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)
- Able to work overtime as needed
- Able to drive forklift and scissors lift
- Basic mechanical aptitude with ability and knowledge to use tools and equipment
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