Machine Operator

About the role

From machine operators to maintenance technicians to quality inspectors, our teams help protect what matters most—making everyday life safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties in a manner that adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Participates in the training curriculum as an operator learning aspects of plastic extrusion line operations while completing assigned duties required for certification.
• Changes plastic extruding machine, sets up according to production line changes following specifications on work orders, and examines products for nonconformance to specifications.
• Responsible for monitoring quality and accuracy of the line and scrap.
• Performs housekeeping and preventative maintenance tasks as required to maintain equipment.
• Sets up plastic extrusion machines (shut-down, start-up, switchovers, order preparation, and production, of plastic extrusion lines).
• Responsible for raw materials (resin) by keeping extruder fed with resin mixture.
• Maintain good interaction and teamwork with supervisor and co-workers.
• Give assistance to co-workers to expedite changeovers.

Requirements

• 3+ years in manufacturing, technical field or engineering.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools.
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of extrusion experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Previous manufacturing experience.

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire.
• Holiday Pay.
• Paid vacation.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities.

Pay

Starting Salary: Wages up to $23.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Additional $2.50 per hour night shift differential.

Schedule

Work only 15 days per month with our unique 2-2-3 schedule. Work: Monday & Tuesday – Off: Wednesday & Thursday – Work: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday Off: Monday & Tuesday – Work: Wednesday & Thursday – Off: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 12-hour static shifts (Days - 5: 00am - 5: 00pm, Nights - 5:00pm - 5:00am ).