Extruder Operator

Oldcastle Infrastructure; Village of Endicott (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision

Job summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure is hiring an Extruder Operator for National Pipe and Plastics. You will run a PVC pipe production line, ensure safety standards, and maintain equipment with your team.

You will be trained to operate material feeders, extruders, and downstream equipment, ensuring quality output for water, sewer, and commercial use. Join a safety-focused team that values engagement, continuous improvement, and reliability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Effective communication skills in writing and speaking.
• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, construction, or related field.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Check daily production schedule and notes for changes.
• Record machine speeds, silo levels, and logs.
• Monitor extruder temperatures and output; adjust settings as needed.
• Assist machine tenders in solving issues and ensuring product quality.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Machine operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Extruder operation

Job description

Job ID: 528024

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

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Job Summary

As an Extruder Operator at National Pipe and Plastics you'll be running a production line producing PVC pipe of varying specifications for water, sewer and commercial applications. National Pipe and Plastics puts the safety of its staff first and looks to ensure equipment is well maintained, housekeeping is kept to the highest standard, employees are fully engaged, and safety issues are addressed timeously. You'll have the opportunity to join our Safety and Culture committees that put "People Before Pipe". National Pipe and Plastics focuses on employee engagement as a means to improve our working environment and create continuous improvement. You will be fully trained to operate and maintain material feeders, extruders and downstream equipment. Together with your line team support, you'll be responsible for the quality and output of your line. We at National Pipe and Plastics take pride in the quality of the products we produce for our customers and are looking for motivated individuals to come join our winning team.

Job Responsibilities

• Check daily production schedule and count-sheets in the office for any special instructions or changes
• Check and record machine speeds, regrind silo levels, and all other pertinent information on logs provided
• Check color barrels and hoppers so they do not go empty
• Make proper adjustments on extruders and associated equipment if necessary
• Frequent monitoring of extruder – back pressure, amps, screw and feeder speeds – so that limits are not exceeded
• Frequent monitoring of extruder heats zones and vacuum at ventCheck product appearance and make adjustments as necessary
• Assist all machine tenders in solving any unusual problems and producing a quality product
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, and colleagues
• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, construction, or related field
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $21 - $27/hr
• Bonus opportunity
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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