Bubble-Wrap Extrusion Operator: Safe, Efficient Production

Pratt Industries; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking an extrusion machine operator to safely operate plastics extrusion machinery, including setup, loading materials, and monitoring output to meet customer demand.

Responsibilities include adjusting melt temperatures, bubble height, and line speeds, performing routine maintenance, and maintaining GMP compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant extrusion experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year experience on cast-film extrusion preferred.
• Experience with Vorne Production Software.
• Packaging industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion machinery safely and follow GMPs.
• Setup extrusion lines and load resin and additives.
• Monitor melt temperatures, bubble height, and output quality.
• Troubleshoot jams, wrinkles, and die lines; escalate major issues.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Complete production reports accurately.
• Adhere to production schedule and overtime as needed.

Skills

Reading tape measures

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vorne Production Software

Job description

Pratt Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking an extrusion machine operator to safely operate plastics extrusion machinery, including setup, loading materials, and monitoring output to meet customer demand.

Responsibilities include adjusting melt temperatures, bubble height, and line speeds, performing routine maintenance, and maintaining GMP compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant extrusion experience.