Extrusion Pilot Line Operator

About the role

The Extrusion Pilot Line Operator is responsible for operating a state-of-the-art pilot extrusion coating line used for research and development at a new manufacturing facility in Forest City, NC. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of our product innovation process, helping transform ideas into market-ready solutions while upholding our strong safety and quality culture. This role reports directly to the New Product Development Manager and works closely with product development engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Operating a complex machine from a central control panel while coordinating/helping other team members in support activities.
• Executing processes that strictly adhere to company standards and guidelines.
• Making sure prototype outcomes meet quality standards through evaluation and collaboration with new product development engineers.
• Maintaining meticulous records of process parameters, prototype data, and quality control metrics.
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and industrialization of new products.
• Conducting regular safety and 5S audits to ensure work environment is optimized for safe and efficient trial execution.
• Troubleshooting and resolving operational issues to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.
• Understanding and ensuring compliance with all environmental regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with SAP is preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

What we're looking for

• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate collaboration across teams.
• Technical proficiency with computer-based machine control systems and other typical applications (i.e. MS Office).
• A dedication to upholding high safety and quality standards in all aspects of the job.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or visit our careers page at www.trelleborg.com/careers.