Extrusion Operator (NIGHTS)

At Hamilton Kent, exceeding customer expectations is what motivates us every day. Our products make infrastructure more watertight, durable and sustainable. We are committed to providing the highest quality elastomer products and services to our customers through continuous improvements, innovation, and respect for the environment. Founded in 1943 in Kent, Ohio, Hamilton Kent has grown to be a multinational manufacturer and distributor of resilient-rubber, watertight, sealing systems and components. Focusing primarily on seals for infrastructure pipe systems, we provide a complete package – from design and development, through production and testing, to warehousing and shipping. We currently have an exciting career opportunity as an Extrusion Operator! This role is based in our facility in Winchester, Tennessee, and reports to our Production Supervisor. The successful candidate will ensure that extruded product meets specified requirements as well as adhering to safety expectations. Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated individual to be responsible for the efficient and accurate process of producing various rubber profiles from raw material with microwave or heated water curing. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to best practices in machine operations, contributing to teamwork and respecting all policies as outlined in the employee handbook. Work Schedule: Monday-Wednesday, 7PM – 7AM Pay: $18.64 + $1 shift differential Requirements Monitor and verify the quality of the extruded profile. Ensure that the compound is entering the extruder continuously and smoothly. Ensure all dimensions are within product specifications. Trouble shoot extrusion process & interact with Maintenance in resolution of equipment problems. Make regular checks on the water level in the cooling tank and ensure that the profile is centered on the hot air tunnel belt. Ensure samples are available for the Q.C. Inspector and measurements are done to the specified frequencies. Pack or cut to the cut length specifications the extruded profile as instructed. Ensure printing and logo is correct and is in accordance with the drawing. Follow quality procedures, document, and record all required process control information. Must be eager to learn, excited to work on a team, and have good written and verbal communication skills Other duties as the need arises and/or assigned. Qualifications & Experience Must be 18 years of age or older. High School diploma or equivalent experience. Must be able to use or can be trained on various types of measuring tools related to our stamping and gasket manufacturing process. Demonstrates the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to read, write and comprehend sophisticated instructions, correspondence, and reports. Requires good mobility and involves considerable lifting (less than 35 lbs.), pulling, bending, standing and walking. Working conditions The incumbent in this role spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment, which may involve varying degrees of physical labor such as standing and walking for long periods of time, lifting, pushing and pulling. Incumbent will use standard personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and aprons. Incumbent understands, respects and adheres to the workplace Health & Safety rules & regulations which are derived from the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Referral Program Hamilton Kent is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Hamilton Kent jobs.