645a-7p | Extrusion | Interval Flexpath | On the Job Training | With 12-Hour Shifts, You Get Nearly Half the Month

Polywood•Roxboro, NC

1d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

HELP BUILD PRODUCTS THAT ARE STRONG, SUSTAINABLE, AND BUILT TO LAST. POLYWOOD® is looking for team members to join our Extrusion Department, where we create the HDPE lumber that fuels our entire production process. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands on work, values precision, and wants to grow technical skills while contributing to a safe, supportive, and high performing manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Experience in extrusion, CNC machining, sawmill operation, or other manufacturing roles
Ability to operate tools such as calipers, CNC equipment, extruders, and saws
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality materials
Knowledge of safety best practices and willingness to follow all safety procedures
Ability to troubleshoot machine issues and adapt in a fast paced environment
Dependability, consistent attendance, and a strong work ethic
Professionalism, teamwork, and respect for others
A proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem solving

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with extrusion systems or high temperature production equipment
Experience operating forklifts or other industrial vehicles
Knowledge of material handling processes or production flow
Familiarity with measuring devices or quality inspection tools

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor extrusion equipment, including a 14 foot screw that melts HDPE plastic pellets, color chips, regrind, and recycled materials at 350 degrees
Ensure proper pressurization of melted material into dies to achieve accurate shape and size
Guide extruded lumber through 100 feet of water to complete the cooling process
Oversee automated saw operations to cut lumber to correct lengths
Inspect and stack materials on wood skids for transportation into production
Record daily output by weighing, counting, and logging lumber and scrap
Attach identifying tags or labels to materials and maintain proper documentation
Build and repair skids to support safe storage and movement of materials
Operate industrial trucks to load, transport, and organize materials
Perform routine equipment checks and keep work areas clean and organized
Replace fuel containers in power lift trucks as needed
Complete end of shift tasks and prepare the area for the next production cycle

Benefits

Full-Time Work in Peak Season: 40 hours per week during January 2026 through Summer 2026. 0 hours per week in the Off-Season (Fall and Winter).
Holiday Pay for Memorial Day and Independence Day.
Annual merit increase in your hourly pay rate every year you return.
$500 Bonus on your first paycheck of the season to celebrate your return.
$500 Bonus on your fourth paycheck to end the month on a high note.
$1,000 Bonus on your last paycheck of the Peak Season to ease the transition into the Off-Season. Available to employees who start before May 1st.
During Peak Season : Full suite of benefits.
During Off-Season : Continued access to medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) eligibility , with contributions resuming as soon as you return.
Free gym membership to our local gym partner(s). Varies by location.
Merit increases, career development, and leadership pathways.
Invitations to employee events and opportunities to connect with the team year-round.