Location: Largo, FL
Department: Extrusion / Light Industrial
Reports To: Production Manager
Employment Type: Contingent Worker (W-2)
Shift: 3rd Shift | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (Sunday–Friday)
Schedule: 40 hours/week | 30-minute lunch
Start Date: January 20, 2026
End Date: March 31, 2026
Positions Available: 3
Base Pay Rate: $19.49/hour
Shift Differential: $2.00/hour (automatically applied)
The Extrusion Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining extrusion and downstream equipment to manufacture products that meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. This role supports continuous production in a regulated manufacturing environment and requires strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
This position requires strict adherence to all corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Operators are expected to maintain a strong customer focus, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient production environment. This role uses Kronos for timekeeping.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous machine operating experience required (extrusion experience preferred but not required)
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to recognize issues and troubleshoot quickly
Ability to maintain quality standards and meet production schedules and deadlines
Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, part prints, and work orders
Ability to work independently on 3rd shift and communicate effectively across shifts
Equipment Setup & Operation
Set up and operate extrusion and downstream equipment according to specifications
Install dies, machine screws, and sizing rings using hand tools
Load machine hoppers with mixed materials
Start machines and adjust controls to regulate air pressure, temperature, and processing parameters
Adjust machine settings to achieve required product dimensions
Specify proper tooling for each work order
Quality, Maintenance & Safety
Perform routine maintenance on extrusion equipment as required
Inspect finished products for visual defects and initiate corrective actions
Maintain housekeeping standards to keep work areas clean and organized
Follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE
Report accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to management
Documentation & Production Support
Accurately complete all required documentation, including:
Manufacturing forms
Work order documentation
Scrap tickets
Stock movement tickets
Identification tags
Enter production data into the CMPC system
Collaboration & Training
Assist in training other employees on proper operating techniques and procedures
Communicate with other shifts regarding equipment status, production progress, and issues
Perform coiling and packaging operations, including bagging, sealing, and boxing
Maintain and practice Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Additional Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Frequent walking and standing on production floors
Occasional climbing of stairs or steps
Ability to stoop, kneel, reach above shoulder height, and reach below waist level
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally using proper lifting techniques
Requires color vision
Manufacturing/production environment
Mandatory use of PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts
Occasional exposure to temperature changes, noise, dust, and chemicals