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Operator (TFE Extruder)

Zeus · Orangeburg, SCtoday

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $52k (557 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Run a single TFE extruder, making resin pre-forms and tubing while holding wall thickness and quality.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on fluoropolymer paste extrusion with tooling care and wall-thickness control.

Might not be for you. Single-machine production work with strict attendance expectations and repetitive lifting.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleOperate TFE extruder; make pre-forms out of resin; measure and maintain wall thickness of tubing

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Industry
Medical devices
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Materials
TFE resinPTFE tubing
Techniques
visual inspection47 roleswall thickness measurement

Role details

Job Summary

The TFE Operator will be responsible for machine operation.

This would include troubleshooting, documentation, and quality of material. • Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime. • Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card. • Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing. • Operator only runs one machine. • Keep tooling and machines in good working condition. • Polish and straighten tooling on lathe. • Keep work area clean and free of debris. • Observe all safety rules and regulations. • Maintain good communications within the department. • High school diploma or equivalent • The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations • The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively; push/ pull approximately 11lbs., walk up and down stairs. • The employee must have the ability to perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products. • Must have basic mathematical skills including addition subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals.

Must be able to read and write legibly. • Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet our production objectives. • Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR Must Meet WorkKeys/WIN Requirements (Level 3 for Reading & Level 4 for Math)

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Does Zeus sponsor H-1B visas?

Zeus has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Operator (TFE Extruder) role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Operator (TFE Extruder) role at Zeus based?

This role is based in Orangeburg, SC.

What degree is required for the Operator (TFE Extruder) role at Zeus?

This role requires a High school.

What polymers or materials does this Operator (TFE Extruder) role work with?

TFE resin, PTFE tubing.

What techniques or methods are required for this Operator (TFE Extruder) role?

visual inspection, wall thickness measurement.