Extruder Operator

Infrapipes; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe work environment

Learning and growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Shift-based schedule with overtime opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in piping solutions located in Greeneville, Tennessee is seeking a Production Operator. The role involves assisting in the operation of extrusion equipment, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. The company offers a safe work environment with growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use and interpret precision instruments.
• Physically capable of performing tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of extrusion equipment for HDPE pipe production.
• Package pipe in accurate pallet sizes and document production.
• Perform quality checks to ensure standards are met.
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic math skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to safety

Job description

Infra Pipes is an equal opportunity employer.

Infra Pipes extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Infra Pipes is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process may submit a request through the application system. Infra Pipes does not discriminate against qualified individuals who can perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Right to work

Infra Pipes participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility for roles based in the United States.

About Us

Infra Pipe Solutions is a leader in engineered polyethylene piping systems, committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver reliable products that meet the highest industry standards, while maintaining a safe and supportive workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the line operation of extrusion equipment used to product HDPE pipe in accordance with established Infra Pipe procedures, policies, and standards.
• Packaging pipe in accurate pallet sizes and quantities and document production.
• Maintaining inventory of material, transferring, and loading material for production.
• Performing quality checks to pipe products, ensuring they meet Infra Pipe quality standards.
• Troubleshooting, maintaining, and making minor repairs to equipment, as required.
• Maintaining safe working conditions by ensuring a clean working area and reporting any issues to supervisor.
• Actively participate in all Health & Safety training and promote a safe work environment.
• Participate in all 5-S and Lean Manufacturing initiatives, as promoted by Infra Pipe.
• Language of Work: English (spoken and written)

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Reading, writing, and basic math skills related to production work.
• Ability to use and interpret precision instruments, tools, and machinery.
• Physically capable of performing job tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Good organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Strong commitment to safety in a production environment.
• Adherence to company Quality Policy.
• Proficient in English to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and reports, and to communicate effectively with colleagues.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Walk, sit, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
• Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with arms; climb stairs or ladders.
• Visual abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and color distinction.
• Lift objects up to 50 lbs.

We Offer

• A safe, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for learning and growth in manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Shift-based schedule with overtime opportunities.