Day-Shift Extrusion Technician — Quality & Safety

Rock Entertainment Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Entertainment Group in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Assistant Operator / Extrusion Technician for the day shift. You will support the production team with administrative tasks, ensure a clean, safe work environment, and assist with setup, quality testing, and packaging of finished products.

The role requires reading work orders, following setup guides, and coordinating with operators and technicians to maintain continuous production and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or credentialed equivalent.
• Bachelor’s preferred in Science Related Field.
• Experience with quality in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand work order packets.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Adhere to BRC, GMP, and PPE policies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Sweep and organize the work area to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Dispose of waste properly and maintain cleanliness throughout the shift.
• Perform basic quality tests on products using specified equipment and procedures.
• Record test results accurately and report deviations to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with quality control inspections and audits as directed by supervisors.
• Read and understand the work order packet to execute production tasks accurately.
• Verify equipment settings align with setup guides and customer specs.
• Perform roll changes on the winder as required by production needs.
• Take samples and retain finished products for QC purposes.
• Cut cores and prep packaging supplies as necessary.
• Prepare labels and follow packaging instructions for finished products.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of finished products to prevent damage or contamination.
• Monitor material shortage alarms and respond to prevent delays.
• Assist operator with maintaining resin levels for continuous operation.
• Manage resin supplies to support production.
• Support technicians with bubble start procedures, including screen changes and die lip cleanings.
• Aid in shutdown and cleaning tasks at end of production runs.
• Assist with cutting out air and setting up treatments for smooth production ramp.

Job description

Rock Entertainment Group in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Assistant Operator / Extrusion Technician for the day shift. You will support the production team with administrative tasks, ensure a clean, safe work environment, and assist with setup, quality testing, and packaging of finished products.

The role requires reading work orders, following setup guides, and coordinating with operators and technicians to maintain continuous production and adherence to safety procedures.