Rigid Extruder Operator- Days

Printpack • Newport News, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Printpack Rigid is seeking a candidate to fill a Rigid Extruder Operator position in our Newport News, VA facility on day shift. The Extruder Operator is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for operating and managing extrusion equipment and processes to ensure efficient production, quality standards, and timely delivery of customer orders. This is a technical role to maintain optimal production conditions while promoting safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. Shift is 7am-7pm. An additional $2.50/hr. premium between the hours of 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium. Ability to train on day shift Wage: $21.77 - $32.65 per hour depending on experience.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Stable work history
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Basic computer proficiency including email
• Accurately read and use measuring tools
• Self-directed and task-oriented with the ability to multitask
• Problem-solving capabilities
• Mechanical aptitude
• Good organizational skills
• Math and measurement skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Good communication skills
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift materials
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass pre-employment assessments
• Drug screening
• Background check
• Basic understanding of extrusion processes and equipment
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures
• Understanding of quality control standards
• Knowledge of PRISM or similar manufacturing software systems
• Basic mathematical concepts and measurements
• Accurately read and use measuring tools
• Equipment Operation, basic maintenance and cleaning
• Strong time management capabilities
• Proficient Decision making
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow read and understand product specifications
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Capability to lift and move up to 65 pounds
• Ability to climb, kneel, bend, and squat
• Proficiency in grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine motor skills
• Ability to climb ladders safely
• Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift and motorized pallet jack certification

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Set up and/or operate equipment (Extruder, vacuum pumps, material blenders, heated equipment, mobile pallet jacks, hoists, micrometers, microscopes, vision systems, edge trim or calibrated scales, etc.).
• Ability to operate a pelletizer and the sheet grinder
• Audit process parameters, documenting and ensuring correct inputs for product quality, per customer specifications.
• Perform basic operator Preventative Maintenance (PM) to avoid shutdowns.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to drive results in the key metrics of safety, waste, productivity and quality
• Perform quality tests and checks to ensure product meets specification
• Perform product changeovers per product specifications
• Recognize and respond to material handling issues (blender, scales, dryers, etc.)
• Identify machine issues and quickly troubleshoot to resolve malfunctions to maintain production schedules.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and GMP
• Read and follow production schematics to produce products in line with design and manufacturing standards.
• Foster an environment focused on safety, including but not limited to: performing machine safety audits, behavior-based safety observations, identifying near misses and opportunities for improvement, driving associate engagement on shift, performing lock out tag out

Benefits

• Printpack is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist you with your application for employment or job search, please get in touch with us by sending an email to [email protected] . Please include in your email a brief description of the accommodation you are requesting and the position for which you are interested in applying.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED