Night Shift Extrusion Technician

Pregis•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Operator / Extrusion Technician supports the production team by assisting operators and technicians, handling finished products, conducting basic quality testing, and completing production-related tasks. The role includes supporting production setup and transitions, maintaining resin supply, managing packaging materials, and completing end-of-shift paperwork for each line. The employee must follow BRC, GMP, PPE, and safety requirements and help maintain a clean, safe work environment. This is a full-time night-shift position in Grand Rapids, Michigan, scheduled from 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Overtime is expected based on business demand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent credential.
Ability to read a ruler, scale, and micrometer.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Customer/client focus and collaboration skills.
Ability to read and write reports and procedures.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
Communication and teamwork skills.
Adaptability to changing work environments and tasks.
Commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ability to lift 55 pounds above the waist, move up and down several sets of stairs, and remain on one's feet for 12 hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred.
Experience with quality in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Team-leading or coaching ability in quality-related situations.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow safety procedures while maintaining a safe work environment.
Follow BRC, GMP, and PPE policies and applicable protocols.
Sweep and organize the work area, dispose of waste properly, and maintain cleanliness throughout the shift.
Perform basic product quality tests using specified equipment and procedures; accurately record results and report deviations.
Assist with quality-control inspections and audits as directed by supervisors.
Read and understand work order packets and verify equipment settings and parameters against setup guides and customer specifications.
Perform winder roll changes according to production needs.
Take samples and retain finished-product samples for quality control.
Cut cores and prepare packaging supplies, labels, and packaging according to instructions.
Handle and store finished products to prevent damage or contamination.
Monitor and respond to machine material-shortage alarms to help prevent production delays.
Assist the operator with maintaining resin levels and ensure resin supplies are adequate for continuous production.
Support technicians with bubble-start procedures, including screen changes and die-lip cleaning as needed.
Assist with shutdown procedures and cleaning at the end of production runs.
Assist with cutting out air and setting up treatments as required for production transitions.
Complete all tasks on the end-of-shift paperwork for each line before the shift ends.