Machine Operator

Machine Operator at Absolute Custom Extrusions (ACE)

We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to set up and operate plastic extrusion machinery. The role requires a reliable, detail‑oriented individual who follows safety standards and can learn on the job. Teamwork is essential to keep production smooth and efficient.

• Set up and operate plastic extrusion machines, maintaining productivity, safety, and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with co‑workers to ensure production procedures run smoothly, maximizing efficiency and profits.
• Keep up with production on machines (must be productive and effective). Create, pack, close or tape boxes and place them on pallets.
• Use gauges, measuring devices, calipers, tape measures, and other tools for quality control.
• Measure, weigh materials or products and verify conformance to standards using templates, micrometers, or scales.
• Monitor machine operations, observe lights and gauges, detect malfunctions, clear jams, and remove defective or sub‑standard materials.
• Adjust machine components (speeds, pressures, temperatures, dimensions) to regulate flow of materials.
• Record and maintain production data (meter readings, quantities, types, dimensions).
• Review work orders and specifications to determine proper materials, ingredients, procedures, and settings.
• Turn controls to adjust machine functions such as air pressure, vacuum, and coolant flow.
• Clean dies, arbors, compression chambers, and molds using swabs, sponges, or air hoses.
• Synchronize speeds of machine sections when producing multi‑step products.
• Move materials, supplies, components, and finished products between storage and work areas using racks, hoists, and hand trucks.
• Select and install machine components (dies, molds, cutters) according to specifications, using hand tools and measuring devices.
• Couple air and gas lines to maintain material plasticity and regulate solidification.
• Pour, scoop, or dump ingredients, metal assemblies, or mixtures into machine sections before starting.
• Remove products from molds or machines, stack or store them for additional processing.
• Thread extruded strips through water tanks and hold‑down bars or attach strands to wires and draw them through tubes.
• Complete work tickets and arrange them with products.
• Disassemble equipment to repair or replace parts such as nozzles, punches, and filters.
• Remove molds, mold components, and feeder tubes from machinery after production.
• Ignite burners to preheat products or use torches to apply heat.
• Measure arbors and dies to verify sizes specified on work tickets.

• Machine operator experience, particularly with thermo‑plastic resins (preferred).
• Own tools for machine setup and maintenance.
• Basic machine upkeep, maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working on an R&D team.
• Willingness to learn, improve, and work collaboratively.

Call for an appointment: 414‑332‑8133

Email: tony@ace‑