Extruder Operator I - Night Shift

Looking for a hands-on manufacturing career with opportunities to learn and grow? Join our team as an Extruder Operator I and help produce CertainTeed industry-leading vinyl siding products in a modern manufacturing environment.

You'll work alongside experienced operators, develop technical skills in extrusion operations, and play an important role in delivering quality products while maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.

The Role

Under the supervision of the Production Shift Leader, the Extruder Operator I is responsible for supporting safe operation of PVC extrusion lines and producing quality products within established specifications.

This hands-on role focuses on foundational skills, adherence to procedures, and learning the extrusion process. Responsible for operating and monitoring the automated vinyl and accessory extruders, tooling, and downstream equipment.

Night Shift Work Schedule: The position assignment is for 12-hour shifts in Production, 6:00AM - 6:00PM on a rotating schedule 2-2-3. This includes being scheduled for some weekend shifts.

• Assist with line start-up, shutdown, and color changes under supervision

• Verify correct materials are used in production

• Perform basic quality checks (color, gloss, dimensions, product specs, visual inspection, etc.)

• Monitor line operations and report abnormalities or issues

• Enter production data into MES (Factory+) system

• Perform basic lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures on equipment

• Submit work orders and maintenance requests as needed

• Make basic equipment and tooling adjustments to maintain quality standards and support tooling cleaning, assembly, and line adjustments

• Complete shift reporting for metrics such as scrap rates and performance

• Perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment

• Communicate effectively with team members, including packers, operators, and leadership

• Pack panels and accessories according to quality standards

• Provide relief for packers during breaks

• Support team members with line issues and general production needs

• Ensure safety, quality, housekeeping, 5S, and KOI performance for assigned production line

• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience in machine operation (lathe/mill/etc.), preferably extrusion machine or similar manufacturing processes

• Preferred experience with Quality Assurance including inspecting, gaging, measuring

• Must be able to work 12-hour night shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule which includes some weekend shifts

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Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed , headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. .

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at View email address on click.appcast.io .

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options

• LiveWell Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal

• Identity Theft Protection

• Auto and Home Insurance

• Pet Insurance and Discounts

• Back-up Child & Elder Care

• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program