Extrusion Operator

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Join Tempo Flexible Packaging, we offer a fully Air-conditioned facility, competitive wages, growth opportunities and one of the best benefits packages in the region.

What Will Make Us REALLY Love you
- Safe work habits, and the ability to wear required PPE
- Ability to lift over 50lbs
- Proficiency in the English language
- Positive attitude and a team player
- Motivated and hardworking
- Reliable and punctual

**Responsibilities**:

- Read the logbook at the beginning of shift to learn about any updates or useful information being passed along from the previous shifts.
- Monitor the extruders noting the heat, drive amp, any leaks in the dies, air ring pressure and/or leaks and blower settings.
- General housekeeping of the extrusion area such as, cleaning the floor, nips, rolls, die, etc.
- Cut cores for both slitting and extrusion when needed.
- Bring rolls to Slitter Operator using the lift truck.
- Assist the converting department with sorting defective bags and completing the accompanying paperwork.
- Perform minor machine repairs; report malfunctions of machinery and/or equipment to management.
- Ensuring extruders have necessary tools and/or equipment at all time.

Job Duties
- Hook up smart panel connecting all hoppers to the correct locations.
- Set up current and upcoming orders
- Ensure resin blend percentage, size, gauge, speeds, heats and bubbles are in accordance with the OP’s and IP’s and coincide with the requirements on the docket.
- Adjust treat fingers for film; ensure additive wands are placed into the correct additive; clean lines in between orders.
- Confirm that the right cores are prepared for the upcoming orders.
- Troubleshoot any issues with the bubble or film (i.e. wrinkles) that arise during the production process.
- Perform screen changes.
- Thread film; unload rolls from winders using lift trucks.
- Obtain the skid required for the order; place rolls on skids, wrap and label; put skids away using the lift truck.
- Complete the appropriate paperwork accompanying each order.
- Enter order information into TORI and/or ABS system such as roll weights, scrap, times, roll footage, etc.
- Maintain recycling program for select extruders.
- Occasionally assist with shipping/receiving.
- Any other duties as requested by the Extrusion and Slitting Manager

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Ability to read and translate measurements using imperial and metric systems.
- Basic computer skills.
- Excellent time management abilities.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Must have/obtain First Aid/CPR training.

**What You'll Love About Us**:

- Our People First Culture - At Tempo Flexible Packaging, we embody our values and live them every day. We know that family and health come first, and that’s a non-negotiable for us
- Work that Stays at Work - A work life balance
- Health Benefits - Health, dental, lifestyle and wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
- Prepare for the Future - Benefit from RRSP matching that contribute towards your savings
- A Culture of Learning and Growth - We want you to keep learning and growing. We provide access to many learning tools that you can take advantage of for personal and professional capabilities development

**Who We Are**:
Tempo Flexible Packaging is a client centric brand focused vertically integrated partner of custom flexible packaging solutions. We are inspiring change for the future. Our Vision is to be the preferred partner of sustainable and socially responsible flexible packaging solutions in North America. Team Tempos focus is to rethink flexible packaging in a sustainable manner, we respect our heritage, family values and commitment to forward thinking.

We are a team of friendly and passionate people. We are optimistic about our capabilities and draw strength, not only from our uniqueness, but also from the drive and passion of our people who carry our values and vision forward. Working together we have a positive impact on our team, partners, and community.

**Our Core Values**:

- Integrity
- Genuine
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Partner
- Community

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.