Die Setup Technician, PVC Extrusion

IPEX is a North American leading provider of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Die Setup Technician in our PVC Extrusion Facility in Pineville, NC, reporting to the Die Shop Supervisor!

Job Summary

The selected candidate will perform Die Shop set-up activities for the purposes of pipe production. These activities are to be conducted while ensuring and maximizing safety, product quality, production output, housekeeping, and cost control to achieve plant goals.

Principal Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and accurately reassemble all types of pipe dies and installing dies on machines with supervision and instructions.
• Exhibit advanced trouble-shooting skills while assisting in start-up of pipe dies when necessary.
• Use tapes, rulers, and other measuring instruments.
• Fill out and use appropriate reports and forms.
• Keep individual work area neat and clean, tooling in order, and assist in general departmental housekeeping as needed.
• Start extrusion lines from ¼” pipe to 16” PVC and CPVC lines and put into production to meet all required specification and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age; completion of high school education or equivalent.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment; experience with extrusion and plastics is an asset.
• Must have the ability to read, write and do advanced mathematics.
• Proficient in operating a forklift truck, pallet truck and other material handling equipment and able to use basic hand tools. Forklift license is a plus.
• Own tools which meet department tool requirements
• Ability to work 12-hour continental shifts (4 days on, 4 days off); 84 hours bi-weekly; 7:00 – 7:00).

Working Conditions

• Requires good mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, bending, and heavy lifting up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required.

Benefits

Benefits

• 401K plan with company matching up to 5%
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Plant annual bonus program
• Set schedule with bi-weekly pay
• Basic safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses, ear plugs) will be provided

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at HR@ipexna.com. EOE