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IPEX USA, LLC, is a manufacturer of the industry’s highest quality plastic pipe, with a comprehensive product offering, featuring PVC, CPVC, PE and PEX, with innovative production facilities. IPEX is known as an industry leader, focusing on innovation, timely delivery, and personalized service. We currently have an excellent opportunity as an Extrusion Lead! This role is based at our facility in Pineville, North Carolina.

JOB PURPOSE

The extrusion lead is responsible for leading the Extrusion, Wrapping and Utility departments for the purposes of pipe production. These activities are to be conducted while ensuring and maximizing safety, product quality,

production output, housekeeping and cost control to achieve plant goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL OPERATORS

1. Support and comply with EH&S policies and procedures as communicated and

documented in compliance with EH&S/ISMS 1.0 & 2.0.

2. Maintain acceptable housekeeping, environmental and safe working conditions as defined

and monitored through EH&S/ISMS 4.0.

3. Support and comply with the efforts of the Joint, Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) as

defined in EH&S/ISMS 8.0.

4. Attend and participate in monthly employee meetings as scheduled and defined in

EH&S/ISMS 10.0.

5. Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor immediately. Cooperate, participate, and

provide information during the accident/incident investigation upon request in compliance

with EH&S/ISMS 11.0.

6. Inspect and report potential unsafe/hazardous conditions in compliance with EH&S/ISMS

12.0.

7. Use all protective guards and devices, and report any absence or defect in any equipment

or device in compliance with EH&S/ISMS 13.0.

8. Wear and use personal protective equipment appropriately as defined and required by

EH&S/ISMS 14.0.

9. Report non-conformances in any lockout equipment and/or device, and do not attempt to

operate or energize any machine, equipment, or process when it is locked and tagged out

in compliance with EH&S/ISMS 19.0.

10. Comply with working at heights requirements as defined in EH&S/ISMS 20.0.

11. Report all injuries/accidents/incidents regardless of how minor, and document the use of

first aid supplies as required by EH&S/ISMS 21.0.

12. Provide documentation and comply with Claims Management and Modified/Restricted

Work requirements when applicable and as defined in EH&S/ISMS 24.0.

13. Participate and comply with New Hire/Promotion Orientation as defined in EH&S/ISMS

25.0 and HR Best Practices – USA.

14. Attend and participate in training as defined and requested in EH&S/ISMS Element 26.0

and the plant training matrix.

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15. Comply and support the hazardous condition program by reading labels and MSDS’s,

following warnings, precautions and work instructions, using the correct personal

protective equipment, learning emergency procedures, and practicing safe work habits in

compliance with EH&S/ISMS 28.

16. Comply with work instructions as defined in EH&S/ISMS 31.0.

17. Comply with mobile equipment safe working practices and guidelines including pre-use

inspections in compliance with EH&S/ISMS 32.0.

18. Know, understand and comply with all emergency preparedness procedures as defined in

compliance with EH&S/ISMS 34.0.

19. Comply and support EH&S goals and objectives as defined in compliance with

EH&S/ISMS 47.0.

20. Immediately report any unsafe practices/conditions to your Shift Supervisor and work in

accordance with safety rules/policies/work procedures in compliance with EH&S/ISMS

48.0.

21. Comply with all policies, procedures and work practices as outlined by the HR Best

Practices – USA, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, and EH&S programs at all times.

22. Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LEAD

1. Fulfill the requirements as specified in A-Operator Training Document D-EX-10. The

duties include but are not limited to following.

2. Check all production lines to ensure that production is running according to manufacturing

specification at required rates and at the best possible quality.

3. Ensure all print lines are accurate for the product running and include operator initials.

4. Ensure all operators are completing necessary paperwork and measurements when

required.

5. Ensure all paperwork including prestart check sheets are completed and turned in at the

end of each shift.

6. Ensure all scrap is removed from production floor at the end of each shift.

7. Complete tours of the plant floor and end of shift paperwork as required.

8. Startup and/or assist with startup of extrusion lines as needed.

9. Assist the Supervisor in oversight of the Extrusion, Fabrication, and Utility departments

and personnel.

10. Direct operators as needed as directed by Supervisor and/or Management staff to

maximize equipment utilization, minimize scrap, maximize regrind usage, maintain

superior quality and to maintain adequate housekeeping standards.

COMPLEXITY AND JUDGMENT

Regularly encounters problems that involve multiple-choice options, but through prior exposure,

experience and established procedures/policies can determine the most appropriate course of

action. Work involves both routine and non-routine tasks within well-defined standards.

Requirements

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

A high school degree or equivalent is required with the ability to read, write and do basic math.

Must have the ability to use basic hand tools and operate a forklift.

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

The Extrusion Lead reports to the Extrusion Shift Supervisor. The Extrusion Shift Supervisor

directs work instructions. Leadhands do have the authority to direct, lead, and adjust work

assignments within defined limits. The Extrusion Shift Supervisor reports to the Extrusion

Production Manager. The Extrusion Production Manager reports to the Pineville Extrusion Plant

Manager.

CONTACTS

The incumbent interacts daily with Supervisory and Leadhand personnel. Daily interaction may

be required with Die Set-up, Quality Control, Utility, and Maintenance personnel. Occasional

contact may be required with other departments.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical effort required is considerable due to heavy physical activities of various kinds.

The physical environment is considered moderate due to exposure to various substances or

equipment that could produce discomfort and/or moderate risk of accident or ill health. The

sensory attention is considered moderate due to often requiring increased demand on two or

more senses at a time. The mental stress is considered moderate due to regular pressures

from deadlines, quotas and accuracy.

LEGISLATIVE/REFERENCE MATERIAL

1. IPEX Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Manual

2. IPEX Safety Management System (ISMS)

3. ISO 9001

4. Approved Compounds/Components List

5. IPEX Quality Manual

6. Applicable ASTM Standards

Benefits

+ 401(k) matching

+ · Dental insurance

+ · Employee assistance program

+ · Flexible spending account

+ · Health insurance

+ · Health savings account

+ · Life insurance

+ · Paid time off

+ · Referral program

+ · Tuition reimbursement

+ · Vision insurance

IPEX 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 IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR