Extruder Operator

Job Title:

Extruder Operator

Job Description

As an Extruder Operator, you will oversee multiple plastic extrusion lines, managing both line setup and teardown responsibilities. You will follow formulations and work orders accurately for production runs, troubleshoot production line issues as they arise, and clean feeders, dies, and barrels throughout your shift. Additionally, you will stage materials correctly to ensure smooth production and assist with various tasks throughout the facility as needed.

• Oversee multiple plastic extrusion lines.
• Manage line setup and teardown responsibilities.
• Accurately follow formulations and work orders for production runs.
• Troubleshoot production line issues as they arise.
• Clean feeders, dies, and barrels throughout the shift.
• Correctly stage materials to ensure smooth production.
• Assist with various tasks throughout the facility as required.

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Previous manufacturing experience required (minimum of 3 years).
• Understanding of shop mathematics and ability to perform accurate measurements.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or GED.

• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience with extrusion and plastic mixing.
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs throughout the shift.
• Previous material handling experience is a plus but not required.

Join a family-run organization that values its employees and offers numerous benefits including profit sharing after one year, annual bonuses, pay increases, and cost of living adjustments. Enjoy comprehensive vision, medical, and dental coverage, as well as a $20k life insurance policy. Benefit from a yearly boot allowance, company-provided uniforms, and generous PTO. Be part of a supportive team environment where cross-training and exposure to various roles are highly encouraged.

You will be working a first shift with some flexibility, either from 5:30am-3:30pm or 6am-4pm, Monday to Thursday. The facility has around 30 employees, with approximately 15 in production roles. Although the work environment is non-climate controlled and can get very dirty, it provides paid lunch breaks, and showers are required before leaving each day. Embrace the opportunity to be cross-trained and gain exposure to various roles within the team.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.