Cardinal Systems, Inc.
is the Republican Herald's 2023 Reader's Choice Award for "Best Place to Work: Manufacturing"!!
Are you ready to dive into a new career?
WE MANUFACTURE FUN!! Cardinal Systems Inc.
is one of the nation's largest technologically advanced manufacturers of galvanized steel walls for in-ground swimming pools.
In addition to steel walls, we manufacture steel steps and benches, aluminum coping, liner track, deck drains, liner bead and other custom fabrications.
As a Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator, you are an integral part of our organization.
Responsible for operating and maintaining machines that extrude or draw out plastic hoses, deck drain, and other custom plastic products.
Every employee is responsible for quality control; you help us make the best products in the industry!
Essential Functions of a Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator:
Intermediate understanding of process and flow of the department and Extrusion process
Learn how to maintain 1 extrusion line with no assistance
Full understanding of all equipment associated with Extrusion.
(Hopper, vacuum tank, puller, saw
functions)
Full understanding of tooling assembly and disassembly
Intermediate knowledge of the extruder including screw, temperature settings and die assembly
Full understanding of fuller set up including leveling, speed settings, belt changing and belt tracking
Intermediate saw set up including leveling, cut height, cut length, blade changes, block changes from flat
to "V" for tubes
Intermediate grinder set up including proper use to prevent jamming, proper cleaning, checking blade
clearance to screen, unjamming, and labeling
Introduction to the standard extrusion formulas including calculating rate, weight, and feet per minute.
Learn how to troubleshoot equipment issues when a problem arises to gain efficiencies as well as
becoming self-sufficient
Intermediate understanding of process and flow of the department
Full understanding of how to start up, shut down, and run assigned manufacturing processing equipment
Operate machines at a rate which will meet scheduled production requirements while maintaining safety
and quality standards
Intermediate ability to perform machine adjustments & setup
Qualifications for a Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator
High School diploma or equivalent
Previous manufacturing experience required
Experience operating a forklift preferred/ the ability to obtain certification
Will be required to climb, lift, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to lift 50 pounds independently
Ability to work at a steady and consistent pace
3rd Shift 11:45 PM - 08:00 AM (Sunday - Thursday)
Third Shift Differential $0.
75/Hour
Here's how OUR family takes care of YOUR family:
Top-notch Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Competitive additional benefits package including 401k matching
Generous PTO & 11 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (Mothers, Fathers, & Adopting Parents)
Fully Paid Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
Clean, Safe, and Comfortable Working Conditions
Cardinal Systems Inc.
is a family owned, family-oriented employer that has made employee safety the top priority for over 45 years.
Through three generations of family ownership and operation, we continually reinvest in our business to stay on the forefront in quality, service, design, and innovation.
Cardinal Systems, Inc.
makes it a priority to provide a healthy and safe work environment for its employees.
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