Extruder Operator 2nd Shift

marmon; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (2 Plan Options)

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K & Roth 401K

Paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

TE Wire & Cable LLC in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, is seeking a machine operator for the 2nd shift (3:30 PM – 12:00 AM). You will set up extruders, load materials, and run production cycles on wire and PVC extrusion lines. This role requires hands-on operation and adherence to safety standards.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, a 401K plan with company match, Life/AD&D insurance, and parental leave. Prior extrusion experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience with wire, PVC and/or plastic extrusion.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines to start a production cycle.
• Operate and control machine settings (speed, temperature, etc.).
• Load materials and prepare extruder components per job specifications.
• Monitor output and adjust to prevent defects.
• Fix issues that occur during the shift.
• Inspect output for quality and process adherence.
• Maintain safe and clean work area.
• Read and follow blueprints and manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience as machine operator

Read blueprints and schematics

Safety compliance

Ability to read manuals

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Independent and collaborative work

Knowledge of extrusion processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

TE Wire & Cable LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Responsibilities:

• Operators are responsible for all activities on their machine for their shift.
• Set up machines to start a production cycle.
• Control and adjust machine settings (i.e., speed, temperature, etc)
• Loads extruder hopper with plastic granules and color concentrate per job specifications. When required, sets up printing section with assistance.
• Loads reels of wire into payoff stand, laces wire through a preheater-wire straightener into and through the extruder head and the die water trough, capstan spark tester and onto the take-up reel.
• Be aware of all functions while machine is operating.
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift.
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Other tasks and duties may be assigned. Responsibilities will not be limited to the above.

Skills:

• Proven experience as a machine operator
• Knowledge of process equipment, tooling and procedures in order to set up, operate, and maintain equipment work area in a safe, productive manner.
• Understanding of production procedures and preventative maintenance.
• Adherence to safety regulations
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to work efficiently, and effectively both independently, and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Physical stamina and strength
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus.

Pay Range:

$18.00- $21.00 (depending on experience and shift)

Qualifications:

We require 2-3 years of experience with Wire, PVC and/or plastic extrusion . Operators need to have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Shift:

2nd Shift ( 3:30PM- 12:00AM)

Our Competitive Benefits Include:

• Medical (2 Plan Options)
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K & Roth 401K (with generous Company Match)
• Paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.