Extrusion Operator

Manufacturing OperatorIn this function you will operate machinery used in manufacturing high-quality food packaging products.Shift Times: 5:45pm-6:15am. Rotating 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off. Pay Rate: $20-24 based on experience.Responsibilities & QualificationsQualificationsPrior Experience with Extrusion Machine OperationManufacturing ExperienceWillingness to work and follow verbal/written instructionsMay be required to use floor loading trucksAbility to work safely, willingness to train in cross-functional areas, and work overtime as needed.TasksReads job specifications to determine machine adjustments, and material requirementsAdjusts settings and controls to ensure sheet is within defined processing standardsEnsures sheet quality by performing required quality assurance tests and inspectionsOperates at or below Company scrap targetsUnderstands and completes daily MCL tasksWorks to reduce rejected rolls per-month measurementMakes high-quality food packaging through the thermoforming processEnsures that all product manufactured on assigned machine is within Company quality limits; immediately recognizes quality issues and takes actionMonitors in-line inspection; completes any re-inspection that is ordered due to quality issues from assigned lineFollows plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP'sProductivityWorks to achieve 100% on-time completion of scheduled productionOperates two types of extruder lines including proper start-up/shut-downOperates two types of forming machinesAdjusts machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, and temperatures, and amounts, dimensions, and flow of materialsMonitors machine operations and observes lights and gauges to detect malfunctions; presses control buttons to activate machinery and equipmentOperates relevant material handling systemsUnderstands basic functions of the extruder auxiliary systemsHandles rolls and moves finished product to the curing areaGeneral & AdministrativeCompletes and fills out daily logs/reports as requiredCompletes all assigned cleaning/preventive maintenance tasksDelivers scrap to reprocessing area in the appropriate mannerExecutes basic Troubleshooting and adjusts basic processing problems.Immediately notifies supervisor of any/all processing or maintenance problems on assigned lineAssists other employees to set up machines and transport finished work piecesReports to work on-time and follows D&W attendance policy and guidelinesNo direct supervision responsibilitiesSafetyEnsures equipment used in extrusion process is operated properly and all safety mechanisms and guards are in placeUnderstands how to handle machine properly during an emergency, which includes power outages, machine failure, workplace injuries, etc.Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines; wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as requiredUnderstands and performs Lock-out/Tag-out proceduresInforms supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediatelyHourly rate varies based on shift with opportunity for added incentives such as:Night shift differential More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference. At D&W Fine Pack, we don't just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core values that guide everything we do:Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all. Benefits That Matter Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage401k with company matchShort and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)Company-paid Life InsuranceFSA's for Medical & Dependent CareEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & moreWellness programCancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidanceAnd more!If this sounds like the kind of company and team you want to grow with, we'd love to hear from you!