Supervisor – Extrusion

JobItUs; Howrah; On-site; INR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs in Panchla, Amta, West Bengal seeks an experienced Supervisor – Extrusion to manage the tube extrusion line in a chemical/polymer plastics plant. You will ensure smooth production, monitor process parameters, uphold quality standards, minimize waste and troubleshoot extrusion issues end-to-end.

Diploma in Plastic Processing (CIPET preferred) and 5–7 years of hands-on extrusion experience are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Plastic Processing, CIPET preferred.
• 5–7 years of extrusion operations experience.
• Knowledge of Tube Extrusion and polymer processing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor extrusion machines per SOPs and process parameters.
• Handle start-up, shutdown and changeover activities.
• Set up and monitor extruders, dies, feeders, cooling systems, take-off units and related equipment.
• Ensure correct raw material loading and feeding.
• Monitor critical parameters including temperature, pressure, screw RPM, feed rate, line speed and output.
• Maintain production records including quantity, downtime and process parameters.
• Maintain PPE, LOTO, and 5S in the extrusion area.

Skills

Tube extrusion process

Process monitoring

Troubleshooting

Polymer/plastic processing

Team coordination

Education

Diploma in Plastic Processing (CIPET preferred)

Tools

Extrusion machinery

Dies & feeders

Temperature control equipment

Job description

Job Description – Supervisor – Extrusion

Department: Production
Position: Supervisor – Extrusion
Location: Panchla, Amta, West Bengal
Reporting To: VP – Operations
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience: 5–7 Years
Age: 35–45 Years
Joining: Immediate

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Supervisor – Extrusion to manage and monitor extrusion operations for our chemical/polymer/plastics manufacturing plant, with specific expertise in Tube Extrusion. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring smooth production, maintaining process parameters, achieving quality standards, minimizing wastage and troubleshooting extrusion-related issues.

Educational Qualification

• Diploma in Plastic Processing, preferably from CIPET.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor extrusion machines as per SOPs and approved process parameters.
• Handle machine start-up, shutdown and changeover activities.
• Set up and monitor extruders, dies, feeders, cooling systems, take-off units and associated equipment.
• Ensure correct raw material loading and feeding.
• Monitor critical parameters including temperature, pressure, screw RPM, feed rate, line speed and output.
• Monitor product dimensions, appearance, quality and process consistency.
• Identify process deviations and take appropriate corrective action.
• Troubleshoot extrusion issues such as die build-up, melt fracture, surging, poor dispersion, dimensional variation and overheating.
• Carry out routine machine adjustments to maintain process stability.
• Perform screen/filter changes, die cleaning and other authorized operating activities.
• Identify abnormalities such as unusual noise, vibration, pressure fluctuations, poor output and product defects.
• Coordinate with supervisors and maintenance teams for troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Minimize material wastage and maintain efficient production operations.
• Maintain production records including quantity, rejection, downtime and process parameters.
• Ensure adherence to PPE, LOTO, machine safety and other EHS requirements.
• Maintain 5S, housekeeping and cleanliness in the extrusion area.
• Conduct proper shift handovers and communicate machine/process-related issues.
• Follow batch/production instructions and quality specifications with a focus on zero-defect production.

Core Competencies

• Strong hands-on expertise in Tube Extrusion Process.
• Good understanding of extrusion machinery, dies, feeders, cooling and take-off systems.
• Strong process monitoring and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of polymer/plastic processing.
• Ability to maintain production quality and process consistency.
• Good understanding of EHS, PPE, LOTO and 5S practices.
• Strong problem-solving and machine-handling abilities.

Personal Attributes

• Hardworking and responsible.
• Strong experiential learning ability.
• Thirst for knowledge and continuous improvement.
• Good communication and team coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a production/shift environment.