Extrusion machine operator - nights

Randstad is currently hiring an entry-level Extrusion Machine Operator for a manufacturer in Glendale, WI. We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable individual to join the 3rd-shift production team. In this role, you will play a critical part in the core manufacturing process by melting and forcing raw materials, such as plastics or metals, through specialized dies to shape precise profiles, pipes, or sheets. Operating within a highly structured, department-driven environment, you will collaborate across teams to maintain a continuous production flow, meet strict quality standards, and uphold a safety-first culture.

salary: $20 - $21 per hour
shift: Third
work hours: 6 PM - 4 AM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion machines to process materials according to specific job orders and technical blueprints.

Process Monitoring: Manage temperature controls, speed, and pressure settings to ensure raw materials melt and shape correctly through the die.

Quality Assurance: Regularly inspect finished profiles, pipes, or sheets for defects, ensuring all dimensions meet strict engineering and department tolerances.

Cross-Department Collaboration: Coordinate smoothly with up and downstream production departments (such as Material Handling, Quality Control, and Packaging) to maintain an efficient workflow.

Safety & Maintenance: Adhere to all safety protocols (LOTO, PPE). Perform routine machine cleanings, minor troubleshooting, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 9 hours at one time
• working up to 4 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Moving Material (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Extrusion
• Setting (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Tending (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Maintenance (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Blueprint Reading (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Production (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Inventory (2 years of experience is required)
• Basic Computer Skills (2 years of experience is required)
• Entering Data (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Math and Calculation (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Standing
• Quality Assurance (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Troubleshooting (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Machine Operation (2 years of experience is preferred)
• measuring (2 years of experience is preferred)
• mechanically inclined (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Forklift (1 year of experience is preferred)
• Machine Adjustments (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Overnight

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.