Extrusion Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Extrusion Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating and monitoring extrusion and packaging equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will ensure that products meet established quality and safety standards by performing inspections, completing documentation, and maintaining an organized work area. The position follows a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts and requires strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and packaging equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Monitor extrusion and packaging processes to ensure products meet required specifications.
• Perform visual inspections and quality checks on finished products to verify appearance and integrity.
• Verify product counts, labels, and packaging requirements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Complete production, quality, and process documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor product specifications and promptly report any deviations, defects, or equipment issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies while performing daily tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including equipment and surrounding workspace.
• Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts in production and quality processes.
• Use basic measuring tools, such as a tape measure, to confirm product dimensions and specifications.
• Assist with setup, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting of extrusion and packaging equipment as needed.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read a tape measure accurately, including measurements up to 1/16 of an inch.
• Basic math and measurement skills to verify dimensions, counts, and specifications.
• Ability to read and understand English to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred, particularly with production or packaging equipment.
• Capability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks for the duration of 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with extrusion processes, extrusion machines, or sheet extrusion is a plus.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, thermoforming, or related production environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with operating packaging machines and packaging equipment.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment such as press brakes or similar machinery.
• Exposure to quality control practices in a manufacturing setting, including visual inspections and documentation.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with rotating schedules and 12-hour shifts.

Why Work Here?

You will join a workplace that invests in your well-being from day one, offering medical, dental, and vision coverage immediately, along with flexible spending account options and company-paid life insurance. You benefit from comprehensive financial and retirement support, including a competitive compensation package, a 401(k) plan, and employee discount programs. The organization values work-life balance by providing paid time off and paid holidays. You can grow your career through tuition reimbursement, ongoing training, and professional development, with opportunities to participate in capital projects and drive operational improvements. You also gain access to an Employee Assistance Program and a collaborative, team-focused culture that emphasizes safety, integrity, innovation, and teamwork.

Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor, non-climate-controlled manufacturing and production facility, where temperatures may vary with the seasons. You will work around extrusion and packaging equipment, manufacturing machinery, and related production tools. The schedule follows a 2-2-3 rotating pattern with 12-hour shifts, requiring flexibility to work both weekdays and weekends as assigned. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with an expectation to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and maintain a clean, orderly work area.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rocky Mount, VA.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Rocky Mount,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.