2nd & 3rd Shift Extrusion Machine Operators

Norres North America is a leading hose manufacturer located in South Bend, IN. We are looking for experienced plastic extrusion machine operators for our growing team. We are a small subsidiary of the global Norres Baggerman Group headquartered in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. This gives us all the benefits and support of a large company, with all the opportunity for advancement in a small and growing company.

Job responsibilities:

• Complete machine setup and operation of plastic extrusion machines.
• Measuring, grading, and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery.
• Trouble shooting issues that come up during production, fix problems with machine setup.
• Monitoring the production process and carrying out basic testing and quality checks.
• Packing goods ready for shipment in crates or other containers.
• Reporting equipment faults to Production Manager & Maintenance.
• Cleaning and maintaining work areas and machinery.
• Additional duties as identified by management.

Essential Competencies/Skills:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow production instructions, closely monitor machine operations and product quality.
• Technical Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve machine issues quickly.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with production teams and maintenance staff.
• Autonomy: Ability to create work plan, stay on task and work independently with little supervision as needed.
• Safety-Conscious: A proactive approach to maintaining a safe working environment..
• Strong mechanical aptitude: general mechanical reasoning, visual/spatial relations abilities, and general tool knowledge.
• Proficient Math skills: measurement and calculation of raw materials, knowledge of common measurement tools such as calipers/scales, knowledge of metric system and ability to convert between metric and US standard. Basic addition, subtraction, and counting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and stoop.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle and feel.
• Specific vision abilities required for various jobs include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.
• Able to wear proper PPE - safety glasses & steel toed boots

Scheduled work hours:

• Full time (40+ hours/wk)
• Non-Exempt
• 3rd shift production is Sunday-Thursday 10pm-6:30am
• 2nd shift production is Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm
• MUST have availability to train (6am-2:30 M-F) or (10am-8pm) until able to operate independently
• Overtime may be required after training.
• Schedule is subject to change and often changes based on production needs.
• Must be available for fluctuation in shift hours.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Norres Baggerman offers competitive rates within the industry, and annual reviews and adjustments.
• Starting Pay $18-20/hr
• Shift Premium- $2/hr for second & third shift
• Overtime pays 1.5x regular late
• Bi-weekly pay
• Benefits earned after completion of 31 days
• Paid Holidays
• Progressive PTO Policy
• Paid sick time
• Bereavement pay
• Health, Visual and Dental insurance.
• Company paid Basic Life & AD&D

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own personal vehicle that is reliable for transportation? (No public transportation available in the evenings)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Machine Set Up: 1 year (Required)
• Machine Troubleshooting: 1 year (Required)
• Plastic Extrusion: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person