Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.
Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.
2nd shift- 3pm-11pm
Position Title: CV Extruder Operator
Department: Mishawaka Extrusion
Accountability: Supervisor
Job Summary: Under limited supervision, operate a variety of continuous vulcanization extruders, producing high quality bulk ignition wire or related product.
Duties, Requirements and Responsibilities:
1. Perform all aspects of position in conformance to applicable work instructions.
2. Perform set-ups in an efficient manner as required by work orders or direction.
3. Operate extruder at sufficient speed and to meet production standard.
4. Assure extruder is up and running at a minimum of 75% of monthly schedule.
5. Perform specific quality checks, such as OD, wall thickness, etc., record results.
6. Operate extruder to conform to quality requirements by making necessary adjustments as indicated by visual inspection, gauges and PC screen.
7. Complete labor, inventory and quality reporting requirements in an accurate and timely manner.
8. Maintain equipment by making minor repairs/adjustments as required.
9. Maintain clean workstation.
10. Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
11. Must be able to accurately report production and inventory moves.
Job Skills:
1. Must be able to read, write and be able to follow directions. **
2. Must be able to work in standing posture for extended periods. **
3. Must lift up to 50 lb. repetitively and perform stooping, bending, reaching, pulling. **
4. Must be able to manipulate reels of wire weighing up to 1200 lb. and gaylords of raw material up to 1500 via pallet cart.**
5. Must be able to work with factory PC with video display and touch screen controls.**
6. Must be analytical, mechanically inclined, organized and detailed oriented.
7. Must be able to view and determine quality of print on moving wire. **
8. Must be able to work with raw materials and chemicals present in workplace environment.**
9. Must have legible handwriting and basic mathematical skills.
10. Must be able to measure with and accurately read various gauges. **
11. Must be able and willing to work significant overtime hours when assigned.
Safety:
- Report all potential hazards and/or accidents immediately. **
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures. **
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Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
