TPU Extruder Operator

Date:
Sep 1, 2026

Location:

Avon Lake, OH, US, 44012

Company:
Lubrizol Corporation

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift +

Hours:

Rotating 12-Hour Shifts

As an
Extruder Operator
, you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

• Perform all tasks safely observing Health, Safety and Environmental procedures. This Includes:
• Abiding by plant and department PPE requirements.
• Following plant safety procedures and cardinal rules.
• Attending plant and department communication meetings.
• Completing all Career Essentials training requirements on time.
• Attending plant and department communication meetings.
• Participating in safety reviews and the near miss scheme.
• Understand the general concepts of ISO 9001; applicable quality standards.
• Efficiently package and label finished product in timely manner.
• Load trailers, complete paperwork and ship finished product without errors.
• Enter production and create dispatch notes in SAP.
• Understand how polymerization equipment works & monitor the performance of quality critical equipment.
• Performing basic maintenance tasks and repairs associated with line operations.
• Troubleshoot pelletization issues to maximize raw material efficiency.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble polymerization lines as required.
• Complete daily housekeeping tasks.
• Serve on the Facility Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Fire Brigade and participate in a minimum of 40 hours of annual mandatory training for at least the first 5 years of employment.
• Identify non-conformances to ensure customer complaints are minimized.
• Assist maintenance personnel when needed.

• High School diploma from an accredited school or GED.
• Candidates for this position must successfully pass assessment tests and be in good standing. Ability to lift 55 lb. buckets, move 500 lb. barrels and drive a fork lift on a regular basis.
• Ability and willingness to serve on the facility Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Fire Brigade and participate in a minimum of 40 hours of annual mandatory training for at least the first five years of employment.
• Ability to be trained on SAP to a high- level of accuracy for data entry.

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work - whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work…