Extrusion Machine Operator

We are hiring a Machine Operator (Extrusion) responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring extrusion machines to produce thermoplastic products that meet customer specifications. This role includes loading materials, adjusting machine controls and feed rates, inspecting product quality, identifying defects or malfunctions, completing production documentation, and maintaining a high level of safety awareness at all times. Candidates should have 3+ years of machine operating experience (plastics or extrusion preferred), strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read measuring tools, basic math and computer skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered upon hire, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) with profit sharing, and additional employee perks.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Start up, set up, operate, and tend machine that extrudes thermoplastics to meet customer specifications and dimensions according to work orders.
• Load materials into extruder and adjust feed mechanisms to set feed rates.
• Move controls to activate and adjust for extruding process.
• Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect any defective material or any machine malfunctions.
• Press the correct buttons to stop machine when processes are complete or when malfunctions are detected.
• Responsible for detailed completion of work orders and production reports.
• Operator who is not alert runs a great risk of getting injured or injuring another employee.
• Training will include other duties on the production floor to help understand all positions and processes

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years as a machine operator, preferably in some kind of plastic environment (preferred).
• Previous extrusion experience and knowledge of plastic sheet extrusion process a plus.
• Tow motor driving experience. Forklift certification a plus
• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Ability to read measuring devices such as ruler, caliper, dial indicator, micrometer and scale
• High school diploma/GED minimum
• Ability to pass a preemployment screening

Shift: Nights - 10pm – 10am (Monday 6 am to 10 am and 10 pm to Tuesday 10 am, Tuesday 10 pm to Wednesday 10 am and Wednesday 10 pm to Thursday 10 am  plus OT as needed)
Rate: $19-22 per hour depending on experience (+.75 shift diff for nights) + Bonus every 6 months
Position Type: Contract to hire

BENEFITS ONCE HIRED IN

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• FSA Savings Plan
• Basic and Voluntary life insurance
• EAP
• Paid vacation days (1-5 years of service 10 days, 6 years of service 11 days, 7 years of service 12 days, 8 years of service 13 days,  9 years of service 14 days, 10 plus years of service 15 days of PTO)
• Paid personal days off - 4 per calendar year
• Paid holidays 10 per year
• Flexible spending account programs
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Credit union membership
• 401k and profit sharing
• Work boot reimbursement
• Referral program
• $1000 SIGN ON BONUS once hired in!

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.