Extruder Operator

1 Resource Group; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

1 Resource Group in Baytown, TX is seeking an experienced Extruder Operator for our manufacturing facility. You will operate and maintain extrusion lines, monitor quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives to meet production goals while upholding safety standards.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience with extrusion equipment and a high school diploma or equivalent. You will work flexible shifts and collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience operating extrusion equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with masterbatch production and compounding processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and maintain effective communication with team members.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion lines including twin screw extruders and related equipment.
• Ensure quality control by performing tests and inspections, documenting results, and responding appropriately to deviations.
• Prepare raw materials and manage inventory feeding systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of extrusion areas to prevent contamination.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in safety and quality audits.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement projects such as scrap reduction and cycle time optimization.
• Work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends as required.

Skills

Extruder operation

Quality control

Safety adherence

Team communication

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

1 Resource Group is seeking an experienced Extruder Operator for our manufacturing facility. The Extruder Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining extrusion equipment, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves working closely with production teams to optimize processes and meet production goals while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion lines including twin screw extruders and related equipment.
• Ensure quality control by performing tests and inspections, documenting results, and responding appropriately to deviations.
• Prepare raw materials and manage inventory feeding systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of extrusion areas to prevent contamination.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in safety and quality audits.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement projects such as scrap reduction and cycle time optimization.
• Work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends as required.

Pay Range: $22 - $24 per hour.

• 3 to 5 years of experience operating extrusion equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with masterbatch production and compounding processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and maintain effective communication with team members.

Medical, Dental, vision