Extruder Operator

Purpose of the Role
The Extruder Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of extrusion equipment to produce high-quality compounded materials in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. The role ensures optimal machine performance, product quality, process control, safety compliance, and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor extrusion and pelletizing equipment according to established SOPs.
• Set up extrusion lines, including machine parameters, feeders, dies, screens, and downstream equipment.
• Monitor and control process parameters such as temperature, pressure, screw speed, feed rates, and output.
• Ensure products meet quality specifications through regular inspections and sampling.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and production losses.
• Perform startup, shutdown, grade changeovers, and cleaning activities as per procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records, process logs, and shift reports.

Education:

• Diploma in Plastics Technology / Polymer Technology from CIPET.
• B.E./B.Tech in:
• Polymer Technology
• Plastic Technology

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in extrusion operations, polymer compounding, engineering plastics, or plastics processing.