Cast Film Extrusion Operator – X3

Cast Film Extrusion Operator – X3

Company: Transcendia, Inc.
Location: Hebron, OH
Department: Cast – X3

Job Description

Take Your Manufacturing Skills to the Next Level with Transcendia!

Transcendia is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Cast Film Extrusion Operator to join our manufacturing team in Hebron, Ohio.

In this hands-on position, you'll set up, operate, and monitor extrusion equipment used to manufacture plastic film products. You'll make machine adjustments, perform quality checks, troubleshoot production issues, and help ensure finished products meet customer specifications.

If you have machine operation experience, mechanical aptitude, and an eye for quality, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor plastic film extrusion equipment.
• Adjust production speeds, machine settings, resins, color concentrates, and additives as required.
• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, and production changeovers.
• Assist with die and screw tear-downs, screen pack changes, and line-specific adjustments.
• Monitor film quality, including gauge, width, length, color, bond strength, surface finish, and other specifications.
• Identify product defects and perform required quality control testing.
• Record production data, quality results, and equipment information accurately.
• Read and follow production schedules, work orders, and customer specifications.
• Identify and report machine malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe production areas.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow production tickets and instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to use tape measures and other measuring instruments.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand, bend, or stretch for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of extrusion experience.
• Previous forklift certification.
• Experience operating plastics manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with machine setup, changeovers, and quality inspections.

Work Environment

This position involves hands-on manufacturing work in an industrial environment. Conditions may include noise, physically demanding activities, dirty work areas, and exposure to extreme heat or cold.

Why Join Transcendia?

Transcendia manufactures custom-engineered materials used across a variety of markets. This position offers the opportunity to apply and develop technical manufacturing skills while contributing to product quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Ready to put your machine operation experience to work? Apply today!

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.