Manufacturing Operator - Lead

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JOB TITLE:                      Lead Operator                    

DEPARTMENT:                Production

REPORTS TO:                  Production Supervisor

LOCATION:  St.  Albert, AB, CAN

SHIFT:  Night shift - Currently 12-hour day shift & night shift with a 4 on, 3 off one week; and 4 off, 3 on the next week.  The rotation is per 2 weeks (Week 1 is Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat and Week 2 is Sun/Wed/Thur).  Seasonal requirements may change this schedule based on operational/production capacity.  

HOURS OF WORK:  12 hours a day (rotation), 6:45pm to 7:00am. 

PAY: Starting pay is depending on experience and education.

Travel Requirements:  Possible travel.  Up to 5% for training purposes in the United States as well as Canada.  Candidates are required to be able to travel internationally, and hold a valid passport.  

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

Maintain/develop optimal extrusion process parameters, tooling management, production trials, and training documents/videos/troubleshooting guides, testing for meeting safety, quality and production goals. Monitor and operate production line controls, color/product change-overs, troubleshooting, equipment adjustments and maintaining documentation, and Tier 1 meetings to meet OEE goals for production.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Production Supervisor in providing supervision, direction, and hands-on involvement to staff
• Assist Production Supervisor in monitoring HDPE production processes, equipment, and personnel to ensure maximum efficiency and quality.
• Assist in communicating standards for process time, settings, and other specifications for optimum output and quality conditions
• Provide tracking and feedback on results to staff and Production Supervisor
• Assist in performing ongoing checks of equipment, materials, and product. Recommends or takes action as required.
• Complete production work as needed, including running a production line
• Assist production staff with troubleshooting and resolving processing problems
• Train operators on equipment usage, procedures, and adjustments
• Follow and enforce safety and other company policies and procedures
• Assist with selection of auxiliary equipment used in production
• Perform work on special projects as needed
• requirements per training matrix. Assists with extrusion line start-ups and changeovers, monitors and troubleshoots extrusion processes, maintain the required documentation and records.
• Make decisions regarding equipment adjustments needed to maintain product quality and production efficiencies.

EDUCATIONAL AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Reading, writing, and mathematical competency testing required
• At least 3-5 years of experience in plastic extrusion manufacturing and other related products and processes.
• Proficient skills with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• High mechanical aptitude: the ability to learn about machinery, equipment, and apply such knowledge appropriately.
• Firm understanding of instrumentation: the use of measuring instruments for observation, monitoring, or control.
• Experience with operations monitoring: watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machinery is working to full capacity and efficiency.
• Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to verbally communicate, read and write in the English language.
• Experience in working with ERP and MRP systems (SAP).

OCCUPATIONAL AND/OR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist at wait and climb.
• Able to hear equipment, view and discern defective product, and sense temperature changes in the finished product
• Ability to move from one area of plant to another
• Good mechanical skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multitask
• Computer proficiency
• Prior systems and continuous improvement orientation
• Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.  This can be a light or highly mobile position depending on the needs in the plant.  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Manufacturing floor environment with hot extrusion process equipment
• May include outside conditions on top of railcars or silos in all types of weather
• Safety shoes and safety glasses required

BENEFITS: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Accrued Sick Leave
• Referral Bonus
• Quarterly Shared Success Bonus
• Steel Toe Boot Voucher
• Prescription Safety Glasses Voucher

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

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As a TL 9000 and ISO 9001 rated manufacturer, Dura-Line takes pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and is recognized as a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies worldwide. 

Orbia Dura-Line has 1,700 employees and 17 manufacturing facilities across the U.S., Canada, India, Oman and Europe, serving over 50 countries through a global sales and distribution network.

All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and employment is contingent upon successful clearance results. Dura-Line is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace.  If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on any characteristic protected by law.