Blown Film Extrusion Operator —Quality & Safety Focus

Surge Staffing; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing seeks an Extrusion Operator with blown film experience to support our manufacturing team. You will operate and monitor blown film equipment, perform startups and changeovers, and ensure product quality and process safety.

Ideal candidates have prior extrusion/blown film experience, with a background in flexible packaging. This is a 12-hour shift position with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in extrusion or blown film manufacturing REQUIRED.
• Experience operating or assisting with extrusion lines or similar plastics processing equipment.
• Background in flexible packaging or film production preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blown film extrusion equipment.
• Perform machine start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Monitor film quality, thickness, and output to meet specifications.
• Conduct quality checks and record production data accurately.
• Troubleshoot minor process and equipment issues.
• Ensure proper material blends and machine setup.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.
• Communicate production issues and updates to supervisors.

Skills

Basic math & measurement

Read production data

Attention to detail

Attendance & reliability

12-hour shifts

Lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Surge Staffing seeks an Extrusion Operator with blown film experience to support our manufacturing team. You will operate and monitor blown film equipment, perform startups and changeovers, and ensure product quality and process safety.

Ideal candidates have prior extrusion/blown film experience, with a background in flexible packaging. This is a 12-hour shift position with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.