Extrusion Operator - Day Shift

Job Type

Full-time

In person

Day Shift: 6am – 6pm (12‑hour shift), 4 days on, 4 days off (4x4 shift structure)

• $20.50–$27.22 base pay (depending on experience)
• $1/hr PEX Premium

• Best‑in‑class health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 160 hours of paid time off (combination of PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals)
• Generous 401k matching (up to 4%), vested on day one of enrollment
• Performance and salary reviews at 90 and 180 days in your first year
• Safe work environment and 5–8 weeks of training for all new hires
• Climate‑controlled work environment
• Optional pay everyday with Daily Pay

This position is tasked with the efficient and safe operation of different types of specialized extrusion equipment. The role requires maintaining accurate and legible production reports, setting up machines, performing changeovers, selecting and changing dies (up to 10 per day), and ensuring all quality specifications (internal and industry UL, NSF) are met before shipping or secondary processes. Operators handle basic troubleshooting of extruders and auxiliary equipment, conduct daily preventative maintenance checks, and report unresolved issues to the Area Lead.

They also move pallets of product safely and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Safely operate computer‑controlled equipment according to procedures; perform die changes, changeovers, and in‑process checks and adjustments.
• As reels fill to capacity, perform necessary reel changes per written procedures.
• Verify product quality by accurately using precision measuring devices to monitor pipe dimensions.
• Accurately and legibly record all required data on production reports (hardcopy or electronic).
• Maintain work area to company 6S standards, keep all tools and equipment in designated areas, and perform operator preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Collect and submit quality samples as required.
• Seek out opportunities to contribute to business success through proactive involvement in lean initiatives.

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Good math skills, including familiarity with the metric system.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic mechanical and technical skills.
• Ability to problem‑solve, multitask, prioritize, and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to work a 12‑hour shift.
• Manufacturing experience of 1–3 years is preferred but not required.

Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada). The expected compensation range for this position is $20.50–$27.22 per hour. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position; the specific compensation offered may vary based on factors including knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.