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Extruder Operator I - Night Shift

CertainTeed · Jackson, MI · 6 days ago
ManagementFull-time

Why We Need You

Looking for a hands-on manufacturing career with opportunities to learn and grow? Join our team as an Extruder Operator I and help produce CertainTeed industry-leading vinyl siding products in a modern manufacturing environment. You'll work alongside experienced operators, develop technical skills in extrusion operations, and play an important role in delivering quality products while maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.

The Role

Under the supervision of the Production Shift Leader, the Extruder Operator I is responsible for supporting safe operation of PVC extrusion lines and producing quality products within established specifications. This hands-on role focuses on foundational skills, adherence to procedures, and learning the extrusion process.

  • Operate and monitor the automated vinyl and accessory extruders, tooling, and downstream equipment.
  • Verify correct materials are used in production.
  • Perform basic quality checks (color, gloss, dimensions, product specs, visual inspection, etc.).
  • Maintain quality standards and support tooling cleaning, assembly, and line adjustments.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, including packers, operators, and leadership.
  • Support team members with line issues and general production needs.

Night Shift Work Schedule

The position assignment is for 12-hour shifts in Production, 6:00AM - 6:00PM on a rotating schedule 2-2-3. This includes being scheduled for some weekend shifts.

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of manufacturing experience in machine operation (lathe/mill/etc.), preferably extrusion machine or similar manufacturing processes.
  • Preferred experience with Quality Assurance including inspecting, gaging, measuring.
  • Must be able to work 12-hour night shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule which includes some weekend shifts.

About Us

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

Benefits

Benefits In Joining Us
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

  • Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work
    Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
    Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
    LiveWell Wellness Program
    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
    Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality
    401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
    Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
    Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
    Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
    Group Legal
    Identity Theft Protection
    Auto and Home Insurance
    Pet Insurance and Discounts
    Back-up Child & Elder Care
    PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

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