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SUMMARY: The primary role of an Extrusion Technician is to setup/operate/troubleshoot equipment using established processes for the manufacture of medical components. This person could work with manufacturing personnel, maintenance, quality assurance and technical teams. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Setup/Operate/Troubleshoot production machinery such as Thermoplastic Extruders and line supporting equipment. • Documenting activities accurately and completely • Following sequences of operations in performing techniques such as cleaning, equipment setups, cutting, inspection, and packing. • All around use of arithmetic, measuring/inspections with dial or digital devices (calipers, micrometers, toolmaker microscope). • Ability to read/understand drawings and process specifications. • Working with (and near) inks, isopropyl alcohol, and other manufacturing-related liquids • Complying with FDA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), general safety and manufacturing procedures, and company practices and policies • Ability to read, comprehend and communicate in English. • Performs other related duties as assigned by management. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience in plastic extrusion, injection molding or related experience. • Computer skills required: Inventory Software; Microsoft Office • Other skills required: Mechanically inclined, detail oriented, basic math skills COMPANY COMPETENCIES: • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. JOB COMPETENCIES: • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. • Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT: • Frequently required to stand, walk • Occasionally required to sit • Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity • Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl • Frequently required to talk or hear • Frequently work near moving mechanical parts • Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals • While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud • The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 35 pounds • Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus