Blown Film Extrusion Operator

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  • Edmonton, AB
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 mois
Job Description :Reporting to the Plant Manager, the extrusion operator will be responsible for production of plastic rolls for the food packaging industry and ensuring compliance with BRC food safety standards. They will be required to effectively work as part of a team to optimize production while adhering to site quality and safety standards. The primary role of an Extrusion Operator is the operation, monitoring and tuning of the blown film extrusion machinery, inclusive of pre-production set up and changeovers.Roles and responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment
  • Weigh resins, colorants and other chemicals according to formulae.
  • Monitor and inspect quality of material produced
  • Place weighed materials in mixing machines
  • Unload mixture into container or conveyor for further processing
  • Set up and operate calender machines to transform plastic bales or slabs into continuous sheets or films of specified thickness
  • Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die
  • Change dies on extruding machines according to production line change
  • Prepare and change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change
  • Safe operation of a three-l ayer/and or mono-layer blown film extrusion system
  • Make extruder adjustments according to already established working methods to maximize productivity
  • Make order changes
  • Ensure the quality of the finished product while following all health and safety rules
  • Perform continuous quality checks throughout production runs
  • Follow a 'clean as you go' policy keeping all areas tidy on site to ensure compliance with BRCGSfood safety standards
  • Monitor machine performance, maintain output, quality and waste targets whilst keeping downtime to a minimum
  • Report to the Plant Manager if a machine is defective or if there is malfunction
  • Operate adequately Windmoller & Holscher and Reifenhauser equipment to complete job duties
  • Conduct routine maintenance and calibration on Windmoller & Holscher and Reifenhauser equipmentTechnical troubleshooting of multi-layer blown film lines to identify and correct film defects such as gage variation, bubble instability, insufficient layer bonding, gels, mel fracture, die lines and material contamination
  • Monitor and record key process parameters and quality considerations during production such as thickness, width, haze, tensile strength and opacity
  • Monitor machine performance to maintain production output and quality standards to control waste produced and minimize downtime
  • Follow BRCGS food safety standards, GMP requirements and clean as you go practices at all times to remain compliant with our BRCGS food safety certification
  • Provide technical guidance and on the job training to junior or less experienced operators when required to maintain consistent production output and product quality.
  • Follow a 'clean as you go' policy keeping all areas tidy on site to ensure compliance with BRC food safety standards
  • Monitor machine performance, maintain output, quality and waste targets whilst keeping downtime to a minimum
  • Must have single handedly operated machines, specifically mono layer and 3 layer blown film extrusion machines. Preferred:
  • 1-Worked on W&H 3 layer and 5 layer blown film lines(Optimex,Varex)
  • 2-Worked on Reifenhauser single/monolayer or triple layer blown film line
RequirementsRequirements:
  • Education:
  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • Diploma in plastics technology is an asset.
  • Experience:
  • At least 4 years of experience in the blown extrusion industry or co-extrusion is required.
  • Knowledge of BRCGS and ISO standards is an asset.
  • Experience with Windmoller & Holscher and Reifenhauser equipment is required.
  • Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail, Manual dexterity, Handling heavy loads, Hand-eye co-ordination, Fast-paced environment, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Physically demanding, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines.
  • Personal suitability: Organized, Efficient interpersonal skills, Team player, Strong oral and written communication skills, Initiative, Accurate, Judgement, Ability to multitask and work autonomously
  • Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Language: English is required.
  • Language: English is required
  • Salary: $29.00 – 36.00 hourly, 42 Hours per week.
BenefitsBenefits:
  • Transportation costs covered if worker needs to relocate.
  • Life insurance and vision care are provided.
  • Disability, dental, and extended medical insurance as well as PPE are provided.
Important Information:
  • Flexibility in schedule is required. Rotating continental 12-hour shifts from7:00 AM to 7:00 PM OR from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  • The worker will work an average of 42 hours every 2 weeks as per averaging agreement.
  • Working days and days off will be determined on a rotational basis, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 5 shifts per week.
  • Work on weekends is required. Overtime may be required depending on the business needs.

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