3rd Shift Extruder Operator – Growth & Benefits

Danfoss; Newbern (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Production Operator (Extruder) for the 3rd shift in Newbern, TN. This on-site role requires operating extrusion equipment, loading materials, and performing in-process quality checks to ensure conformance with production orders.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to work a 3rd shift with overtime as needed. The position emphasizes safety, 5S housekeeping, and adherence to standard work procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment and to learn machine-specific operating requirements.
• Ability to work the assigned 3rd-shift schedule and overtime as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion equipment per approved work instructions and safety requirements.
• Set up, load, and monitor compounds and materials used in extrusion.
• Perform in-process quality checks and record production data.
• Confirm materials and tooling match the production order before and during operation.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and safe practices in the area.
• Support die/tooling changeovers and cleaning as trained.

Skills

Basic math

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a Production Operator (Extruder) for the 3rd shift in Newbern, TN. This on-site role requires operating extrusion equipment, loading materials, and performing in-process quality checks to ensure conformance with production orders.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to work a 3rd shift with overtime as needed. The position emphasizes safety, 5S housekeeping, and adherence to standard work procedures.