Lead Extruder Operator - Night Shift
ITW•Bartlett, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Lead Extrusion Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining extrusion machines to produce high-quality products according to specifications. This role ensures consistent production output, monitors equipment performance, and performs quality checks throughout the shift. This position will start as a day shift role and eventually transition to nights: 5PM-5:15AM Monday-Wednesday or Monday-Thursday.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 2+ years operating an extruder, ideally sheet and/or film extrusion operations
- Must be able to read, write and speak in English to follow work order instructions, record process data and communicate with all levels from operators to management
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
- Basic math skills to calculate and enter roll data on appropriate forms, material weight, read work instructions, monitors, etc.
- Must be able to work and lead in a team environment
- Must be able to learn troubleshooting machines, operation of controls, etc.
- Sufficient visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect rolls produced for defects
- Possess good mechanical aptitude and safety awareness/attitude
- Must follow safety protocols, procedures, and wear PPE as required and lead by example throughout the department
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
- Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching to operate and maintain extrusion equipment
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
- Perform repetitive hand and arm movements for machine adjustments and material handling
- Good visual acuity and manual dexterity for reading gauges, monitoring controls, and inspecting product quality
- Comfortable working in a factory environment with heat, noise, and moving machinery
- Ability to wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear
- Must be able to climb stairs or ladders and work at various heights as needed
- Tolerance for standing and performing tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
Responsibilities
- Assign tasks to assistant operators to ensure workflow efficiency
- Provide guidance and training to new assistant operators
- Act as the first point of escalation for technical, process and safety issues
- Track productivity for the team
- Monitor blending of materials
- Fill in for Shift Supervisor as needed
- Set up extrusion lines according to production orders and specifications
- Operate extrusion machines safely and efficiently
- Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality and minimize waste
- Monitor product dimensions, appearance, and physical properties
- Perform regular quality checks and document results
- Identify and correct defects or inconsistencies in the product
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues
- Report major equipment malfunctions to maintenance team
- Maintain accurate production records, including material usage and downtime
- Complete shift reports and communicate with incoming/outgoing operators
- Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
- Coach assistant operators and other employees on working safely at all times
Benefits
- shift differential for nights
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
