Extruder Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Extruder Operator

Job Description

As an Extruder Operator, you will oversee multiple plastic extrusion lines, managing both line setup and teardown responsibilities. You will follow formulations and work orders accurately for production runs, troubleshoot production line issues as they arise, and clean feeders, dies, and barrels throughout your shift. Additionally, you will stage materials correctly to ensure smooth production and assist with various tasks throughout the facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple plastic extrusion lines.
• Manage line setup and teardown responsibilities.
• Accurately follow formulations and work orders for production runs.
• Troubleshoot production line issues as they arise.
• Clean feeders, dies, and barrels throughout the shift.
• Correctly stage materials to ensure smooth production.
• Assist with various tasks throughout the facility as required.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Previous manufacturing experience required (minimum of 3 years).
• Understanding of shop mathematics and ability to perform accurate measurements.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience with extrusion and plastic mixing.
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs throughout the shift.
• Previous material handling experience is a plus but not required.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-run organization that values its employees and offers numerous benefits including profit sharing after one year, annual bonuses, pay increases, and cost of living adjustments. Enjoy comprehensive vision, medical, and dental coverage, as well as a $20k life insurance policy. Benefit from a yearly boot allowance, company-provided uniforms, and generous PTO. Be part of a supportive team environment where cross-training and exposure to various roles are highly encouraged.

Work Environment

You will be working a first shift with some flexibility, either from 5:30am-3:30pm or 6am-4pm, Monday to Thursday. The facility has around 30 employees, with approximately 15 in production roles. Although the work environment is non-climate controlled and can get very dirty, it provides paid lunch breaks, and showers are required before leaving each day. Embrace the opportunity to be cross-trained and gain exposure to various roles within the team.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.