Extrusion Technician

GF Industry and Infrastructure Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and global collaboration — you’ll feel right at home with us.

 

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion machines according to job specifications and safety standards
• Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality and output
• Adjust machine settings (e.g., speed, temperature, pressure) to maintain optimal production conditions
• Make repairs to equipment when necessary and replace all broken and/or worn components
• Perform routine quality checks and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Record production data and complete shift logs accurately
• Load raw materials and monitor material feed
• Follow all safety procedures and report any safety problems to the Production Manager immediately
• Commitment to our continuous improvement and safety initiatives
• Identify, label, weigh and dispose of scrap
• Clean and maintain machines and work area to ensure operational efficiency
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams as needed
• Fulfill the role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instruction
• Identify and resolve basic machine malfunctions or deviation
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• High school graduate, GED or equivalent
• 6 months of manufacturing experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. standing/walking 8 hours per day
• Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.
• Must have the capability to correctly identify the different materials and product
• Ability to drive a forklift to move material and pipe
• Must be able to work with minimum direction after being trained

Core Values:

• Respect for people

• Quality minded

Core and Critical Competencies: 
The following competencies in which all employees shall have a satisfactory level of skills:

• Safety 

• Interpersonal skills

• Customer satisfaction

• Team-oriented

• Quality

• Ethics

Physical Requirements:

• Walking – frequently  4-5 hrs

• Standing – 2 hrs

• Climbing – occasionally

• Squatting/Stooping – Rarely

• Reaching – occasionally     Lifting  - up to 40# frequently 

• Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)

Safety Requirements:

• The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures. 

• Must wear proper PPE  

 

 

Contact person:

Janet Gonzalez Human Resources Director [email protected]

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