Production Helper

Extruder OperatorOur client, manufacturing is seeking an Extruder Operator to join their team. As an Extruder Operator, you will be part of the Production team supporting daily operations in Neenah, WI. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on quality, comfort working with production equipment, and the ability to follow established instructions and control plans—skills that will align successfully in the organization.Job Title: Extruder OperatorLocation: Neenah, WIPay Range: $19.50Shift: 2:50 PM - 11 PMWhat's the Job?Package finished merchandise by selecting the correct boxes and skids, building boxes/crates using a stapler and/or nail gun, and packing items according to the Quality Control Plan counts.Complete labeling and shipping prep by taping/banding boxes/crates, affixing labels to boxes/crates/reels, and palletizing shipments to match Quality Control Plan specifications.Shrink wrap, band, and prepare pallets for shipment while following the required procedures and documentation expectations.Support quality requirements by reading, understanding, and accurately completing the Production Report per the Quality Control Plan.Operate and maintain the extruder process by ensuring the hopper is full of raw material, measuring and mixing colorant to maintain required color, and performing extruder tear down/setup and screen/tooling changes.What's Needed?Must be at least 18 years old and able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical health evaluation.High School diploma or equivalent.Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.Ability to operate machinery, small hand tools, and precision measuring devices (including calipers) and to follow pre-established guidelines and instructions.Ability to climb a rolling ladder (up to 10 feet), lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a warehouse environment with moderate-to-loud noise, occasional fumes/airborne particles, and variable lighting/temperatures.What's in it for me?Work in a hands-on manufacturing role where your attention to detail directly impacts product quality and shipment accuracy.Clear process expectations through the Quality Control Plan and Production Report requirements.Opportunity to build practical skills in extruder setup, screen changes, tooling care, and precision measurement.Support from a shift structure with a supervisor to notify when materials are low or when samples fall outside tolerances.A role that values safety, cleanliness, and consistent execution of production tasks.Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:Medical and Prescription Drug PlansDental PlanSupplemental Life InsuranceShort Term Disability Insurance401(k)