Extrusion Line Technician — Hose Manufacturing

Your day at Teknor Apex

Step onto the production floor of a century-strong materials innovator. Teknor Apex began in 1924 as a small Rhode Island tire shop and has grown into a global custom compo under with nine U.S. sites and operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Still privately held and family-led by our founder’s grandson, we thrive on long-term relationships—with employees and customers alike.

On a typical shift, you’ll prepare your area, bring the extrusion line up to specified run conditions, and keep quality tight by pulling and reviewing samples. You’ll keep the line moving at target speeds, document what you do with precision, and partner with your crew leader to quickly address safety, mechanical, or process issues.

• Maintain a clean, orderly workstation.
• Hold product to established quality standards and production requirements.
• Pull, evaluate, and record samples as needed.
• Operate your primary production equipment and all auxiliary systems tied to your area.
• Run within set operating parameters and sustain maximum safe line speeds and throughput.
• Complete all production and QC records accurately and in full.
• Communicate promptly with the crew leader/shift supervisor about safety, mechanical, or operational concerns.
• Document actions for receiving, QC, and assigned paperwork.
• Support additional tasks and priorities assigned by the crew leader or supervisor.

• Cover operators during breaks and assist with changeovers and process issues.
• Troubleshoot most routine operational problems.
• Share clear instructions and help train teammates when needed.

• Comfort reading and writing notes on production reports; communications in English with legible handwriting and proper grammar.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and Hose Specifications per batch cards/run conditions.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Valid skill to operate a forklift.

• Handle machine parts up to 50 lbs.
• Move/control garden hose reels up to 1,200 lbs, up to 50 times per shift.
• Remove and reassemble tooling using basic hand tools; perform routine mechanical tasks.
• Work in summer conditions up to 15°F above outside temperatures.
• Demonstrate agility for bending, stooping, and lifting hose, tools, and related items, up to 25 times per shift.

This is a full-time, on-site role in a team-based manufacturing environment. Consistent, on-time attendance is critical for your success and the team’s safety. Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs and can extend beyond your scheduled shift or add extra hours outside your normal schedule.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision with extremely LOW deductibles
• Low-cost insurance plan - 85% paid by the company
• Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums
• Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• $1,000.00 Sign on Bonus
• Pay Increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentives
• Employee Recognition Program – earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products

As our leadership often says, manufacturing is a team sport—we win together by keeping one another safe, communicating clearly, and delivering consistent quality.

Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.