Extruder Helper Operator (EHO) Lead

Reynolds Consumer Products; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Consumer Products in Huntersville, NC is seeking an Extruder Operator Helper to support safe, reliable material flow and production continuity on a 12-hour night/day rotating shift. This role involves operating blending systems, monitoring regrind usage, and communicating needs across shifts to keep lines running efficiently and safely.

You will label materials, maintain hoses, perform housekeeping, write repair work orders, and uphold stringent safety procedures while collaborating

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required for daily measurements and calculations.
• Good communication with shift teams and operators.
• Ability to work standing for long periods in a hot environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot material blending systems.
• Monitor regrind usage and adjust to goals.
• Maintain material flow to machines in your area.
• Label materials for later use in gaylords.
• Replace worn material hoses as needed.
• Clean and maintain material system filters and canisters.
• Write work orders for repairs and report issues.
• Keep area and equipment clean and safe.
• Communicate with following shift and operators.
• Follow safety procedures and policies.

Skills

Basic math

Strong communication

Physical endurance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Join Reynolds Consumer Products… and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We are passionate about achieving results and have fun winning as a team!

NIGHT DAY ROTATING SHIFT HOURS

12am - 12pm (12 Hour Shift)

Responsibilities

As an Extruder Operator Helper you will support safe and reliable material flow to production equipment by operating and troubleshooting material blending systems, maintaining material handling equipment and areas, monitoring regrind usage, and communicating production needs across shifts. The position contributes to production continuity, housekeeping, safety, material control, and equipment reliability within the assigned area.

You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

Material Operations

• Responsible for operating and troubleshooting all material blending systems.
• Responsible for monitoring regrind usage and make adjustments based on departmental goals.
• Responsible for maintaining material flow to all machines within your area of responsibility.
• Identify and properly label all materials put into gaylords for later use.
• Maintain material hoses; replacing when necessary.

Material System Maintenance

• Responsible for cleaning all material system filters, socks and canisters.
• Clean silo access rooms.
• Write work orders for items in need of repair.

Housekeeping

• Maintain housekeeping of all blender mezzanines, silo room, compressor area and back aisle up to the railroad tracks.

Documentation & Communication

• Complete all required paperwork.
• Communicate with following shift and operators.

Safety

• Follow company safety procedures and policies.
• Perform company safety procedures and policies.

You Will Love It Here If…

• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment
• You put safety first, always
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You believe in treating all people with respect, operating ethically, and growing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities and creating positive experiences

Requirements

Education/Experience

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work 30’ off the ground.
• Must have the ability to lift 75 lbs occasionally as job demands.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have basic math skills.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with people at all levels within the organization.
• Must have ability to work standing or walking, in a hot environment, for 12 hours with appropriate breaks.

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively – Must have good communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with people at all levels within the organization.
• Action Oriented – Takes action to maintain material flow and address items in need of repair.
• Ensures Accountability – Maintains assigned material systems, equipment, areas, documentation, and safety requirements.
• Collaborates – Communicates with following shift and operators to support continuity of operations.
• Manages Complexity – Operates and troubleshoots material blending systems and adjusts regrind usage based on departmental goals.
• Safety Mindset – Follows and performs company safety procedures and policies.

RCP affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, sex, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, genetic information, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. RCP conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Pay Range

USD $23.30 - USD $26.60 /H