Day-Shift Extrusion Operator - Fast-Paced Plastic Sheet

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

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Employee Assistance Programs

$1,000 Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Scranton, PA is seeking an Extrusion Line Operator to support production of plastic sheet products. You will operate extrusion equipment, monitor processes, and perform quality inspections in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, and capable of changing over equipment, troubleshooting, and ensuring products meet customer

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain a clean and clutter-free work area.
• Participates in teams, both inside and outside the Extrusion Department, and works well with others.
• Flexible in job assignments plant wide, works overtime as needed to support plant operations.
• Good attendance record.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Function with an attitude of teamwork, cooperativeness, positive thinking, and responsibility at all times.
• Show up for assigned shifts, pre-arranged coverage, and all required meetings consistently.

Responsibilities

• Follow operating, quality, and safety procedures; lead safety improvement activities.
• Know ISO requirements and extrusion work instructions; follow department and plant procedures.
• Understand quality specs and measurement equipment; identify defects and take follow-up actions.
• Count and package product correctly to minimize quality issues.
• Understand CCS settings; perform saw/knife adjustments safely.
• Identify scrap materials and operate recycling systems safely.
• Understand masking systems and retrieve/install masking rolls.
• Train others on line operator duties.
• Assist in full cleaning of the extruder and die.
• Perform finishing changeovers to reduce scrap.
• Conduct necessary quality checks.
• Operate and troubleshoot auxiliary equipment (e.g., cross cut saws, take-off).
• Communicate quality problems with the machine operator.
• Maintain good housekeeping and tool storage.

Skills

Teamwork

Attendance

Overtime flexibility

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Scranton, PA is seeking an Extrusion Line Operator to support production of plastic sheet products. You will operate extrusion equipment, monitor processes, and perform quality inspections in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, and capable of changing over equipment, troubleshooting, and ensuring products meet customer