Machine Operator - Graveyard Schedule
MITER Brands•Tacoma, WA
•$22 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Are you mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, and ready to take on a high‑impact role in manufacturing? ⚙️ As an Extruder Operator in our Vinyl Extrusion division, you’ll be at the heart of the process—ensuring top‑tier product quality, equipment performance, and a safe work environment. Milgard Windows and Doors, part of the MITER Brands family, brings together innovation, craftsmanship, and teamwork to deliver industry‑leading vinyl window and door solutions.
Requirements
- Associate degree/technical school certificate or 6–12 months of related experience
- Valid forklift certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and procedures
- Solid math skills (fractions, decimals, percentages, bar graphs)
- Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort following detailed instructions
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multitasking environment
Responsibilities
- Operating 1–3 PVC extrusion lines to meet production and quality standards
- Safely disassembling, cleaning, rebuilding, and changing over extrusion tooling using overhead cranes
- Performing visual inspections and taking precise measurements with calipers
- Keeping your work area clean and organized—spray down equipment, sweep floors, remove debris
- Completing productivity reports, machine condition updates, bundle tickets, and work orders
- Assisting with packaging and forklift operations as needed
Benefits
- Three comprehensive Medical plan options
- Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability
- Company-paid Long-Term Disability
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Teladoc
- Legal Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Team Member Discount Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Yearly Wellness Clinic
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
