Extruder Operator

LaGrange, GA
Full Time
Mid Level

SOPREMA is a global leader in the manufacturing of innovative roofing, waterproofing, insulation, and building envelope solutions. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, we have been delivering high-performance products for over 100 years. At SOPREMA, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, develop their careers, and contribute to building a better future.

Join SOPREMA and become part of a global organization with a century of success and a commitment to continued growth and innovation.


The Extruder Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring the extrusion process to manufacture extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation boards while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.
The position involves hands-on work in a manufacturing environment, including operating equipment, monitoring process parameters, troubleshooting operational issues, and supporting daily production activities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
  1. Operate, monitor, and adjust the extrusion process to ensure the safe and efficient production of XPS insulation boards in accordance with production, quality, and safety standards.
  2. Adjust process settings as required, including temperatures, pressures, flow rates, speeds, material dosing, calibrators, filters, and other operating parameters.
  3. Monitor process trends and equipment performance to maintain stable operating conditions and identify potential issues.
  4. Control and monitor the feeding and dosing of raw materials, including solids and gases.
  5. Perform equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and product changeovers.
  6. Inspect product dimensions and overall board quality to ensure compliance with specifications.
  7. Communicate any operational and process-related issues to the supervisor.
  8. Perform basic equipment cleaning and first-level maintenance tasks.
  9. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with plant safety procedures.
  10. Immediately report all near misses, incidents, unsafe conditions, injuries, equipment malfunctions, and safety concerns to the supervisor.
  11. Communicate effectively with team members during shift handovers and daily operations.
  12. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, efficiency, and production performance.
  13. Assist packagers and other team members as needed to support plant operations.
  14. Perform all other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:
  1. High school diploma or GED.
  2. 2 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment preferred.
  3. Forklift operating experience preferred.
  4. Experience operating extrusion equipment is considered a plus.


Skills & Competencies:
  1. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  2. Good work ethic and reliability.
  3. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and handle changing production demands.
  4. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow operating procedures and safety requirements.
  5. Flexible and willing to perform a variety of production-related tasks.
  6. Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to workplace safety practices.
  7. Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands:
  1. Will work in a manufacturing environment with temperature variation, high noise levels, dust, and odors.
  2. Required to wear all mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, and other required safety equipment.
  3. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
  4. Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 15 pounds.
  5. Ability to bend, twist, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
  6. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by production needs.
  7. Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing production schedules, shift assignments, and operational priorities.

Reports to the Production Manager.
 
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