Extrusion Process Technician

IQ Resource Group, Inc.; Appleton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

First shift 7am–3pm

Job summary

IQ Resource Group, Inc. in Neenah, WI is seeking an experienced Extrusion Process Technician to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting and improving extrusion processes, testing tooling, and supporting production to achieve quality and efficiency goals.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment. Shift: 7am–3pm; overtime may be required to support the production schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of profile extrusion experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to operate a variety of machinery, hand tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trials with new and existing extrusion tooling to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Work with Engineering to recommend tooling and process adjustments.
• Troubleshoot extrusion process and equipment performance issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, line speed, reduce scrap, and improve setup and teardown efficiency.
• Develop work instructions, procedures, and documentation to support process improvements.
• Assist with training and developing Production personnel on extrusion processing.
• Collect and document process data for analysis and generate reports.
• Clean, maintain, and prepare extrusion tooling.
• Assist Engineering with polishing and grinding.
• Assist Production as needed, including operating extrusion lines.
• Assist Maintenance with equipment repairs when necessary.
• Order parts and supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Fill in for the Shift Lead when required.
• Be available for occasional extended workdays and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Profile extrusion experience

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Quality-focused

Effective communicator

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machinery operation

Hand tools

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Extrusion Process Technician with profile extrusion experience to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on technical role focused on troubleshooting and improving extrusion processes, testing and implementing tooling, and helping production teams achieve quality and efficiency goals. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift:

• 1st shift is 7am to 3pm
• Overtime: May be required to work occasional overtime (a longer day and/or Saturday) to support the production schedule. Inventory counts may also require working over the weekend.

Location: Neenah, WI Wage: $23 to $27/hr

What You'll Do

• Conduct trials with new and existing extrusion tooling, including dies and sizers, to ensure parts meet customer specifications
• Work with Engineering to recommend tooling and process adjustments
• Troubleshoot extrusion process and equipment performance issues
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, improve line speed, reduce scrap, and improve setup and teardown efficiency
• Develop work instructions, procedures, and documentation to support process improvements
• Assist with training and developing Production personnel on extrusion processing
• Collect and document process data for analysis and generate reports
• Clean, maintain, and prepare extrusion tooling
• Assist the Engineering Department with tasks such as polishing and grinding
• Assist Production as needed, including operating extrusion lines
• Assist Maintenance with equipment repairs when necessary
• Order parts and supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Fill in for the Shift Lead when required
• Be available for occasional extended workdays and weekends
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of profile extrusion experience
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures and instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to operate a variety of machinery, hand tools, and precision measuring equipment
• Maintenance experience is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams

Why This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced extrusion professional to take on a hands-on role with responsibility for process improvement, tooling, troubleshooting, and operator training. Your experience will directly contribute to improving production efficiency, reducing scrap, and maintaining high-quality products.