Machine Operator (2nd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Operators – 2nd Shift

Location: Dyersville, Iowa
Position:  Full-Time | Manufacturing | Direct Hire |

JEDA Polymers is seeking team-oriented individuals who are eager to learn and grow within a hands-on, fast-paced production environment. 

JEDA Polymers , a growing manufacturer of engineered plastic resin, is hiring Machine Operators to join its 2nd shift production team in Dyersville, Iowa . As the only plastic resin compounder in Iowa specializing in engineered thermoplastics, JEDA continues to thrive by focusing on innovation, customer partnerships, and Midwest values—honesty, hard work, and teamwork.

About the Role
Machine Operators play an essential role in the continuous production of high-quality resin. Through JEDA’s structured training program, new team members will gain the skills to become Extrusion Machine Operators—setting up, calibrating, and operating extruders and auxiliary equipment. Operators support production goals while ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient workplace.

No prior experience is required —comprehensive, on-the-job training is provided.

Available Shifts:

• 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Note: Initial training will take place on 1st shift (approx. 1–2 months). Flexible training hours can be arranged.

What JEDA Looks For:

Ideal candidates are:

• Eager to learn and open to training on various responsibilities
• Able to multi-task with high attention to detail and minimal supervision
• Comfortable working on their feet in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Adaptable to changing workloads and priorities
• Positive team players with clear communication skills
  

Benefits Include:

• 4 Day Work Week! (note 3rd shift starts Monday night and ends Friday Morning).
• Excellent Health Insurance Coverage (including Health Savings Account Option)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short Term Disability Coverage
• 9 Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• 401K Retirement with Company Match

Sustainability Commitment:

JEDA Polymers is committed to sustainable manufacturing.  As a plastic resin compounder, JEDA knows the importance of recycling plastic in our production process. By incorporating recycled content into its products, the company has prevented nearly 8 million pounds of plastic resin from entering landfills—driving both environmental and operational value.

Why Join JEDA? 

JEDA Polymers offers a workplace where:

• improvement ideas and feedback are encouraged,
• teamwork is essential,
• personal growth and development are supported,
• clear core values are our foundation,
• employers/owners genuinely care,
• and safety is high priority.

J EDA Polymers is a manufacturer of engineered plastic resin.  Partnering closely with customers to innovate, solve molding issues, and develop new products is the root of why JEDA Polymers was not only established but also the reason we continue to grow and thrive. Located in Dyersville, Iowa we are the only plastics resin compounder in Iowa specializing in engineered thermoplastics.  Our grassroots have always been in the Midwest, where we believe in solid relationships, honesty, hard work, humility and friendliness.