Extrusion Operator

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

Extrusion Operator
Summerville, SC

Reasons you’ll love working here:

• Health and safety are a top priority at Voith
• Pay range $19 - $21/hr (depending on shift)
• $2,000 sign on/retention bonus
• Eligible for production bonuses – Totaled $2,000+ for the last 12 months
• Clean, safe, air-conditioned work environment
• Rotating shift schedule with 7 consecutive days off each month
• Opportunities for promotion (with salary increase) in 1st 6-12 months based on skill & knowledge
• Paid time off (10+ shifts) plus 10 paid holidays
• PPE and Uniforms included

Summary:

Machine Operator Trainee (extrusion) must demonstrate the ability to understand the technical aptitudes necessary to start and operate an extrusion line. The Trainee should exhibit work traits indicating that they are an able and willing worker, as well as, have a good attitude and morale toward their job and fellow employees.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate an extrusion machine by following set procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements
• Document process setting and production information as needed
• Demonstrate capability to follow specific instructions and learn elements of the operation
• Exhibit ability and willingness to follow supervision on job assignments
• Demonstrate the potential to become a qualified extruder operator after 60 days on the job

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Should exhibit mathematical skills necessary to perform certain calculations and formulas as used in the extrusion area.
• Must possess mechanical skills consistent with those required to operate and maintain an extrusion line
• Must be physically capable of lifting 25 pounds over head, lifting 60 pounds up to 5 feet high and using a pallet jack to transport product up to 2,500 pounds

Don’t meet every single requirement but think you would be a good fit for our team? We encourage you to apply – your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.