2nd Shift Production Operator

Menasha Corporation; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation in DeForest, Wisconsin, seeks a 2nd Shift Production Operator to load raw materials, set up extrusion equipment, and produce plastic to spec. The role requires monitoring the extrusion process, adjusting settings in real time, and performing quality checks to ensure product conformity.

The job includes maintaining production records, assisting in training new hires, and participating in CI and 5S activities while upholding safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience operating extrusion/production equipment.
• Ability to read product specs and adjust settings.

Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion machinery with raw materials and adjust settings per product specifications.
• Operate extrusion machines to produce plastic per standards.
• Monitor process and make real-time adjustments for quality and efficiency.
• Perform regular quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot minor issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain production records of counts, settings, and maintenance.
• Maintain continuous production/packaging cycle to avoid buildup.
• Follow safety guidelines to maintain a safe workplace.
• Assist in training new operators on equipment usage.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities (CI, 5S, STW).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operator experience

Forklift experience

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

## 2nd Shift Production OperatorApply: Deforest, Wisconsin: Full time: Posted Today: R16571***Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions.*****ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)**Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.Join us and become part of the power behind possible.**About The Opportunity*** Set up and prepare extrusion machinery for operation by loading raw materials and adjusting equipment settings based on product specifications.* Operate extrusion machines to produce plastic according to established standards and guidelines.* Monitor the extrusion process closely, making real-time adjustments to equipment settings to maintain product quality and output efficiency.* Conduct regular quality checks on products being produced to ensure they meet required specifications and standards.* Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or malfunctions that may arise during the production process to minimize downtime.* Maintain accurate production records, including product counts, machine settings, and maintenance activities, to track productivity and identify opportunities for improvement.* Maintain a continuous repeat cycle of production/packaging to avoid the buildup of parts at the workstation.* Comply with all safety guidelines and protocols to create a safe working environment and minimize workplace hazards.* Assist in training new team members on the operation and maintenance of extrusion equipment.* Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement; promote and sustain any and all CI, 5S and STW activities.* Other duties assigned. **Work Experience:*** Machine operator experience* Forklift experience* Strong mechanical aptitude **Shift Hours:*** 2pm-10pm* Monday - Friday