Extruder Operator - 12hr Night Shift

Location: 606b Walters Street, Reidsville, North Carolina 27320

About the role

We are one of the nation’s largest blow molding companies and a leading supplier of rigid plastic packaging solutions to national, regional, and local customers across North America. As a Production Machine Operator, you will operate a variety of production equipment, including blow-mold machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. Prior experience with these specific machines is not necessary—if you have a strong background operating equipment, we can teach you what you need to know.

We offer competitive pay and benefits as well as professional development and advancement opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow-mold machines (including wheels, reciprocating, or shuttle machines) to ensure production of quality bottles
• Perform audits, weights, and quality checks
• Adhere to quality control, blow mold process procedure, and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Make adjustments to meet product specifications
• Repair or replace pneumatic and hydraulic lines
• Assist with preventive maintenance, mold, neck and blow pin, and other mechanical changes
• Grind excess bottle and material
• Troubleshoot and resolve process problems
• Prepare maintenance request forms and document equipment repairs
• Train blow-mold employees as required
• Prepare and document daily reports, including rejects, regrinds, and line efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); associate’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Ability to recommend process improvements
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Solid English language skills
• Desire to learn
• Apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty preferred

Benefits

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental, and vision plans, company holidays, and vacation days, benefits include:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Learning and training opportunities
• Bonus potential
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Opportunities to make a difference in the community

Our Culture

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization as a framework for decision-making. Our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers:

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect

We believe in seeking fulfillment in your work and rewarding our most important resource—our people.