Extruder Operator B

Sealed Air Corporation; Keyser (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation is seeking a Night Shift Extruder Operator to assist in setting up and running extrusion machines and related equipment. You will ensure quality film production, perform adjustments, monitor feed and winding processes, and help maintain safety and records in ISO-compliant operations.

Required responsibilities include operating during shift, handling scrap, and supporting maintenance. A high school diploma and prior extruder experience are preferred to contribute to a

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift and material handling equipment.
• Ability to lift a maximum weight of 75 pounds as needed.
• Ability to operate a computer terminal.
• Satisfactory Extruder B skills test.
• Previous Extruder C and B experience.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in startup and operation of extruders to minimize downtime.
• Follow procedures to set or monitor extrusion controls and related equipment.
• Maintain proper flow of film material and winding operations; conduct checks.
• Assist maintenance with new or existing equipment and clean work areas.
• Report malfunctions affecting material quality to supervision.

Skills

Forklift operation

Machinery operation

Heavy lifting

Extruder experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer terminal

Job description

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Shift: Night

Shift Premium Amount: $1.00

Pay Rate: $19.00

Role Purpose

Perform duties to assist in the setup and operation of multiple polyethylene extrusion machines and auxiliary equipment to produce film to meet quality and production requirements within the extruder department as stated in ISO 9001:2008 work instructions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assist in the startup and operation of extruders to minimize downtime or disruption of schedule. Work from assigned schedule, or work orders, and assist in making decisions as to the sequence of setups and processes within recognized methods and procedures.
• Obtain work instructions and follow prescribed procedures to assist in setting or monitoring a limited number of barrel, auger, extruder and related forming / winding controls such as pressure, speed, tension, and heat. Assist in moving and positioning nip rollers, winder shafts, and hot knives as required for proper operation. Assist in arranging scrap recovery rolls or containers in proper feed position. Perform all necessary machine adjustments, including die adjustments, blender settings, etc.
• Operate equipment or monitor continuing operations to maintain proper flow of raw and scrap film material and forming, cutting, and winding operations. Remove completed work, make tolerance and/or measurement checks as required. Identify material, weigh, and place in designated storage or work area.
• When required, assist maintenance in installation and testing of new or existing equipment. Will perform other similar or related duties as assigned or directed, including cleaning machinery and work areas.
• Advise supervision or maintenance of malfunctions resulting in defective material, ie. wrinkles, gels, blocking, port lines, splits, discoloration or other related problems.
• Maintain and update assigned records. Assure that time and production information is properly recorded on required forms. Access work instructions as prescribed by the ISO 9001:2008 standard.
• Ability to fill-in for Extruder "A" and Extruder "C" role as needed.
• Follow all prescribed safety rules. Perform other similar or related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift and material handling equipment
• Ability to lift a maximum weight of 75 pounds as needed
• Ability to operate A computer terminal
• Satisfactory Extruder "B" skills test
• Previous Extruder "C" and "B" experience
• High school graduate or equivalent

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Requisition id: 55452

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.