Extrusion Operator - 3rd Shift

Job Title:

Extrusion Operator

Location:

Spirit Lake, IA

Compensation: $24.94 per hour – paid weekly

Schedule:

3rd shift | Monday–Friday | Overtime and 7-day operation availability may be required

Job Type: Temp

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Extrusion Operator workers for a fishing line manufacturing company in Spirit Lake, IA. In this hands‑on role, you’ll operate and monitor extrusion equipment used to produce high-quality fishing line while helping maintain product specifications and an efficient production environment. If you have mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands‑on manufacturing work, and want reliable hours with weekly pay, this job could be a great fit.

Read below for more information!

• Monitor extruders and related equipment to maintain continuous production
• Perform material mixing, machine setups, and die, braid, color, and material changes
• Inspect fishing line for roughness, proper test, diameter, elongation, tension, and level winding
• Remove full spools, position empty spools on take‑up equipment, and record material usage and scrap
• Maintain operational logs, including equipment settings and oven and roll stand temperatures
• Perform preventative maintenance and disassemble and reassemble die packs
• Maintain a safe, orderly workstation while supporting Lean, quality management system, and select SAP processes

• High school diploma or GED, 6–12 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow established recipes, settings, and production data
• Good hand dexterity and coordination
• Ability to lift and handle spools and materials weighing 5–50 pounds and move containers weighing up to 200 pounds using a barrel cart
• Ability to work in very warm manufacturing conditions
• Good judgment and attention to quality, safety, and production yield
• Positive, self‑motivated attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and work overtime or as part of a 7‑day operation when needed

Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp‑to‑hire opportunities for long‑term stability where applicable. As a family‑owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

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Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at