Night Shift (8P-8A)

Company: PolyPipe LLC
Location: Erwin
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The Line Operator is responsible for physically operating an extrusion line in a way that ensures all products are produced free from cosmetic and physical defects, and are within manufacturing tolerances. The Line Operator is responsible for the quality of the product run and adjusts and documents operating conditions to produce the highest attainable quality of pipe in a safe and efficient manner. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Knows and understands the quality and material requirements for all products being produced Monitors operating parameters of product and extrusion equipment to confirm that product materials and quality requirements are being met Starts production lines and makes necessary adjustments to process conditions and to extrusion equipment including the extruder, die, water, and vacuum tank Monitors cooling system (both vacuum and spray) to ensure proper operation, which includes, but is not limited to, water levels within the vacuum tank, proper flow and spray pattern in spray tanks, and water temperature. Maintains accurate documentation of all product dimensions on production reports and accurately tracks “Lost Production Hours” including the reasons for lost time Ensures all unused tooling is returned to the tool room Coordinates required tooling changes with other operators that have responsibilities on the line Ensures pipe is marked with proper print line as specified in the quality manual Follows all company-standard and position-specific safety requirements, and reports any unsafe working conditions or broken equipment to the Extrusion Supervisor/Production Manager Performs any other duties assigned by Supervisor and/or Production Manager PI0a898c96b6c1-25448-39983992

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