Extrusion Assistant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

This position is responsible for the efficient operation of a specific line or work area in the production department.

• Learn and maintain all documentation required and barcode system for production reporting
• Must prepare to pass the Job Certification Test for level “B” in 90 days from the date of last level change.
• Maintain operation of multiple lines, including loading gaskets and packaging end product for shipment
• Prepare packaging materials
• Visually inspect product for quality control purposes
• Measure and record pipe dimensions as directed
• Make adjustments on bellers and printing equipment as needed
• Move bundled pipe from work area, (scrap and good product)
• Assist in production line start-up activities and changeovers.
• Cut and band scrap as directed
• Report any equipment malfunctions, product defects or unsafe conditions immediately
• Work as a team with other personnel.
• Operate a forklift truck safely and inspect fork trucks as instructed.
• This job description outlines the principal duties and in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed in this position.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma preferred, must have at least Ninety (90) days experience and demonstrate all requisite skill and knowledge of a General Worker with a passing grade to be certified in our JCP Program as a Level C Extrusion Technician

Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups (employees or customers).

Have ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Have ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees. Maintain their designated work spaces in a clean, safe and timely manner in compliance with the plants THM/Safety policy.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and able to talk and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is in a plant environment where the employee will frequently be exposed to year round weather conditions, fumes and/or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts. The employee will on occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise levels in the plant is usually loud, proper personal protective equipment will be worn in given plant areas and when essential job function necessitate.