Extrusion Operator Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for extrusion operator, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical guidance to the other functions relating to aluminum extrusion design and process.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Use a broad range of higher tools and equipment to complete assembly of medical devices precisely and in a timely fashion at multiple work stations having an advanced proficiency in specified operations, following work order instructions and drawings, using computers to navigate drawings, and entering parts status data inventory reconciliation at start of day and when transitioning to next work order
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred basic computer literacy
• Indoor climate controlled work environment
• Requires constant reaching, handling and grasping while turning the upper body while moving and lifting
• Involvement in the Printpack Performance System
• Have a strong safety awareness
• Set-up and product changes of foam extrusion lines
• Check weights and gauges of materials produced to include sampling and ensure that tolerances are met

In response to your job posting for extrusion operator, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for engineering and technical leadership on product and process issues within the Extrusion manufacturing area ensuring performance to key metrics across the areas of People/Safety, Quality, Service & Cost.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Familiar with resin processing and SPC preferred
• Mechanically inclined to string up lines and assist technician with troubleshooting issues
• Extrusion or plastic process knowledge preferred
• Cross-training on all extrusion processing equipment
• Perform any other assigned duties or tasks requested by management
• Read, write and perform simple math and have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Minimum six months experience as a Production Operator in this facility
• Read and review daily production schedule for changes and confers with department heads when necessary

I would like to submit my application for the extrusion operator opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical support to manufacturing relative to extrusion process.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Observe machine operation to detect defects or machine malfunction
• Knowledge of PLC program installation and understand ladder logic
• Prior experience with Extrusion Machines
• Extrusion Machine set up and trouble shooting
• Knowledge of machine tool and die- Including troubleshooting, change overs and basic repair/maintenance of equipment
• Experience working with single stage and compound dies to extrude tubing components to close tolerances
• Assist as a back-up forklift operator to load and unload plastic roll stock utilizing either an electric forklift or pallet jack
• Available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and overtime as business needs

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the extrusion operator position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for work direction and performance input to a team of Extrusion Operators and Materials Assemblers.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• English fluency in reading, writing, and verbal communication
• Experience reading and implementing instructions based on production schedules, safety policies, manuals, and other detailed operating instructions
• Mechanical aptitude related to maintenance and troubleshooting of factory machinery
• Proven record of strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and focus through shifts
• Knowledge of the operation of extruders, braiders, pullers, cutters, dies
• Flexible in receiving direction, able to change direction quickly
• Hang/unhang parts
• Packing/unpacking parts

I am excited to be applying for the position of extrusion operator. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for extrusion engineering leadership role as products transfer from development and validation activities and move into Operations.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Maintain quality and speed control by continual adjustments of gauges that control temperature, pressure, trim, rolls (where applicable) and speed to material
• Complete daily reports including cycle time, daily production, scrap tickets, packaging, production, and downtime
• Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment
• Initiate troubleshooting and solving mechanical problems using small hand tools to make adjustments and minor repairs
• Experience using process control equipment preferred
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills preferred
• Actively contribute in a team-based environment, encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach common goals
• Strong service and quality focus