Extrusion Manager (multi-lumen tubing + line set up exp. req.)

Location: near Waterbury, CT

About the role

Our client in precision manufacturing is looking for an Extrusion Process Development Lead to join their team in Central Connecticut. In this hands-on technical leadership/buildout role, you will lead the development of a new extrusion capability, combining hands-on process development, setting up and running equipment, producing samples, and troubleshooting extrusion lines while establishing the foundation for a future extrusion team. This role offers ownership of an expanding manufacturing capability and the opportunity to shape its processes, resources, and future team.

This role will initially work in a player-coach capacity, so you must be comfortable working directly on the production floor while balancing technical projects, customer needs, and long-term operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Commission and support precision plastic extrusion equipment
• Develop multi-lumen tubing processes for samples and production
• Set operating parameters and improve process repeatability
• Complete line setups, changeovers, and equipment troubleshooting
• Specify dies, mandrels, and related extrusion tooling
• Run sample batches and adjust processes to meet tolerances
• Manage technical projects from development through production
• Coordinate project timelines, risks, costs, and status updates
• Provide technical input for quotes and manufacturing estimates
• Evaluate materials, tooling, equipment, and outside resources
• Maintain procedures and documentation within the quality system
• Improve extrusion efficiency, reliability, and product consistency
• Train additional team members as production demand increases

Requirements

• 4+ years of plastic or polymer extrusion operations experience required
• Multi-lumen tubing process development and production experience required
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting extrusion lines required
• Experience developing new extrusion processes and applications required
• Experience with extrusion dies, mandrels, and tooling changes required

Pay

$100,000 - $150,000 + Annual Bonus Potential

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Holidays
• PTO

Schedule

• Full-Time | On-site
• Monday – Friday, 40-45 hours/week
• Start Date: ASAP

Relocation assistance is available. Sponsorship is not available.