Extruder Operator

Plastic Extrusion Production OperatorHours:1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 11:00pm - 7:00amPay: $19.50 - $21.00/HRDuties:Operate, monitor, and support plastic extrusion production lines to ensure quality and efficiency standards are met.Package finished products according to specifications and Quality Control Plans.Locate and utilize the correct boxes, crates, skids, pallets, and packaging materials for each production order.Build boxes and crates using pneumatic staplers, nail guns, and hand tools.Pack, count, label, and prepare finished products for shipment.Apply labels, barcode identification, and shipping information to boxes, reels, crates, and pallets.Palletize products according to customer and shipping specifications.Shrink wrap, band, and secure pallets for shipment.Read and follow Quality Control Plans, work instructions, and production documentation.Collect product samples and perform quality checks throughout production.Measure and inspect products using calipers, tape measures, comparators, and other measuring devices.Record inspection results and complete production reports accurately.Notify supervisors of quality issues, out-of-tolerance conditions, equipment concerns, or material shortages.Maintain proper raw material levels and monitor hopper inventory throughout production.Measure, mix, and add colorants and additives according to product specifications.Perform extruder setup, tear-down, changeovers, and screen changes.Assist with die maintenance, tooling cleaning, and care of precision extrusion components.Set up cutters, pullers, ink jet systems, and related extrusion equipment.Produce extruded profiles that meet dimensional and quality specifications.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment upon certification.Qualifications:Previous extrusion, manufacturing, machine operation, production, packaging, or plastics experience preferred.Experience operating extrusion equipment is a plus.Ability to read and interpret production documents, Quality Control Plans, work orders, and specifications.Experience using calipers, tape measures, comparators, and other precision measuring tools.Strong understanding of quality control, inspections, tolerances, and production documentation.Ability to perform machine setups, tear-downs, tooling changes, and basic troubleshooting.Experience using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, staplers, nail guns, and saws.Forklift experience preferred; willingness to obtain in-house certification required.Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.What does Express offer to you?Weekly paychecks!Vision InsuranceMedical PlanDental Plan401(K) Retirement Savings PlanLife InsuranceReferral Bonuses (Earn up to $125 for each person you refer to Express!)Why Express Employment Professionals, Appleton WI?Express, Appleton WI placed over 1,350 people in 2024 just in the Appleton area!We provide our associates with excellent comprehensive and competitive benefits!When you apply to us, you apply to 100+ companies in the Fox Valley!Over 170 people were hired to a permanent position in 2024.Apply now:Call - View phone number on click.appcast.io to schedule a phone interview.Address - 1033 W College Ave STE 100 Appleton, WI 54914Email - View email address on click.appcast.io#2021N