Extrusion Operator

Pactiv Evergreen • Mineral Wells, WV

107d • $17

About The Position

The Extrusion Operator Associate position is responsible for operating and troubleshooting Extruders in a manufacturing environment. The role involves various tasks including setting up the extrusion machine, monitoring production quality, and ensuring that all working parts are aligned. The position operates on a night shift schedule from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, following a 2x2x3 work pattern. The starting pay rate is $17 per hour, with additional compensation for night shifts and eligibility for bonuses based on plant productivity.

Requirements

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in Extrusion.
• Must be able to accurately input all formulas and recipes into a computer console.
• Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to other departments to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot Extruders.
• Tape end of extruded article to reel spindle and start machine that winds material onto revolving spindle.
• Measure extruded article with measuring wheel and cut it to specified length using a knife.
• Remove roll from spindle with a forklift and weigh roll on scale.
• Record length and weight on shipping tag.
• Saw scrap tubes and rods into lengths for grinding in hammer mill.
• Mix thermoplastic materials according to formula for feeding extrusion machine.
• Set up extrusion machine by inputting information into a computer console and set roll gaps to precise sizes.
• Ensure quality control is production grade.
• Monitor all extrusion machines to ensure that all working parts are in alignment.
• Troubleshoot all areas and working parts of the extrusion machine.
• Install dies, mandrels, containers, heating coils, press tools, extrusion heads, and run out bridging in press using hand tools.
• Regulate rate of extrusion to prevent metal rupture and adherence of metal to container walls.
• Record data such as crew time, number of billets used, and items processed.
• Perform daily housekeeping.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401K with a company match
• New Hire Wellness Bonus
• Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
• Corporate discounts
• Employee-led Give Back program including matching gifts plan and community grants initiative

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED