Extruder Operator (1-3 yrs)
The Extruder Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the extrusion machinery used in the production of endotracheal tubes, with a specific focus on lumen extrusion. The role includes manual interventions where precision forming, trimming, and initial quality checks are performed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor the extrusion machine for manufacturing single- or multi-lumen medical-grade PVC tubes.
- Prepare and load raw materials (PVC compound) as per batch requirement.
- Ensure correct die head and tooling setup based on lumen profile.
- Conduct in-process checks: tube diameter, wall thickness, concentricity, and visual inspection.
- Perform manual cutting, trimming, or post-forming for lumen shaping (as per SOP).
- Record operational data like temperature, RPM, puller speed, and lot-wise production output.
- Monitor tube transparency, softness, and lumen integrity as per specifications.
- Coordinate with QC team for first piece and batch approval.
- Follow GMP, cleanroom protocols, and proper handling of medical-grade materials.
- Maintain machine cleanliness and support preventive maintenance.
-Ensure accurate labeling and traceability of produced lots.
- Report downtime, deviation, or defects to the supervisor immediately.
