Extrusion Set-Up Technician jobs in United States
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Boyd · 1 day ago

Extrusion Set-Up Technician

positionElkhart, IN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
date3+ years exp

Boyd is the world’s leading innovator in sustainable engineered material and thermal solutions. The Set-Up Technician plays a crucial role in the extrusion production process, ensuring the production equipment is set up correctly and addressing machine errors while supporting a team of operators.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for setting up extrusion machinery, including all downstream equipment and tooling
Operate extrusion machinery daily, working with multiple materials and configurations, without direct supervision
Clean equipment and tools used in the extrusion process
Complete detailed documentation as it relates to machine set-up and quality system requirements, and ensure that all required paperwork is accurate and complete
Identify and correct problems; apply experience and knowledge in adjusting and training of others in areas of expertise; document changes; monitor and focus on scrap reduction
Identify and assist in resolving safety, health, or environmental issues associated with processes or equipment, and maintain compliance with good manufacturing processes
Fill in for operators when rotations for breaks are needed
Produce quality parts; inspecting and approving profiles to ensure they meet all manufacturing requirements
Inspect the quality of materials and alert Production Supervisor or appropriate personnel of material issues and/or failures immediately
Inspect the quality of machinery and report equipment failures to the Maintenance Department
Responsible for the updating of set-up sheets and documentation as required
Must have the knowledge to set up all lines within the manufacturing plant

Qualification

Plastic extrusionLean manufacturingCaliper experienceMicrometer experienceCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of plastic extrusion
Strong communication skills- written and verbal
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Standard plant work environment and involves lifting moderately heavy items (over 25lbs and up to 75lbs)
Ability to stand for a 10-hour shift, which may include: bending, twisting, climbing, walking, and lifting
Ability to read a work order and use a tape measure within 1/16”

Preferred

3+ years of prior plastic extrusion experience
Lean manufacturing experience
Caliper and micrometer experience

Company

Boyd

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Boyd is a energy management and environmental sealing solutions for large OEMs.
dateFounded in 1928
location
Pleasanton, California, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.boydcorp.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Boyd has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)
2023 (2)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2018-07-11Acquired
2015-04-16Undisclosed

Leadership Team

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Cheryl Clark
Product Launch/Customer Service Manager
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