Extrusion Technicians Site ramp-up, All Shifts

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the medical device industry 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 with OT;
Onsite

Shift +

Hours:


all shifts

• 1st shift: 6am-2:30pm
• 2ndshift: 2pm-10:30pm
• 3rdshift: 10pm-6:30am

Hourly Pay Rates:

• Level II: $23/hr
• Level III: $28/hr

Shift Differential:

• 2ndshift: 5%
• 3rdshift: 10%

Overtime available

Productivity Bonuses

Annual Bonus:6%

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Lubrizol is growing and expanding operations on all shifts at our Corona facility! We are hiring 12 Extrusion Operators/Technicians.

Contact our local Recruiter,  with additional questions.

As an Extrusion Operator/Technician, you will play a critical role in producing medical grade tubing to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You’ll operate state-of-the-art extrusion equipment in a clean room environment, helping to supply the world with essential medical components. You'll collaborate safely with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

In this role, you will:

• Safety & Communication:
  Operates safely with hot plastics, extrusion machinery, and automation; communicate safety observations clearly in writing and verbally.
• Compliance & Lean:
  Follow all cGMP/GDP standards, company policies, 5S, and lean manufacturing practices; use SMED tools for efficient changeovers.
• Work Area & Shift Readiness:
  Clean, set up, assemble, and maintain work areas; restock supplies; complete shift handoffs and line clearances accurately.
• Documentation & Verification:
  Verify routers/work orders before and during production; document process parameters and maintain accurate production records.
• Quality & Measurement:
  Collect and inspect product; use Zumbach, Micro Vu, pin/snap gauges, and other metrology tools; run moisture tests and ensure tubing meets specifications.

• Independently set up and run single lumen/single layer extrusion jobs; configure Zumbach and verify tools/dies with minimal support.
• Complete line clearances and all associated paperwork without assistance; perform Micro Vu measurements, gauge inspections, and moisture testing.
• Perform controlled debugging/modifications with some support; remove/document dryer material and maintain readiness for next shift.

• Independently run at least 3 advanced extrusion processes (e.g., bump, multi-lumen, coex/tri-layer, braided, vacuum, tight tolerance/thin wall).
• Set up and maintain all auxiliary equipment; independently debug and modify single lumen/single layer processes to reduce scrap and improve quality.
• Perform all testing (moisture, elongation, shrinkage, burst, peel) and maintain all documentation autonomously with full process ownership.

Level II: 2+ years of experience working as a plastics extrusion operator or technician

Level III: 5+ years of experience working as a plastics extrusion operator or technician

• Education:
  
  HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent education degree
• Instruction & SOP Discipline:
  Comfortable following written instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Safety, Quality & Detail Orientation:
  Strong safety mindset with high attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality products.
• Teamwork & Adaptability:
  Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset; willingness to learn, grow, and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Math & Measurement
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated basic math proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, unit conversions).

• Technical or Associate’s Degree in a related field
• Experience with entering electronic work order documentation
• QAD and SAP experience
• Medical Device industry experience

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