Extruder Operator — Growth, Benefits, Flexible Shifts

United Felts, Inc; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

United Felts, Inc is seeking an Extruder Operator responsible for monitoring material to meet customer requirements and quality standards. The role includes programming the electric eye system, loading pellets, assisting with setups, and maintaining safety and cleanliness on the production floor.

The position is full-time with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and potential shifts. Applicants should be able to lift up to 60 lbs and pass on-the-job training. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Read construction and customer requirement sheets to meet specs.
• Program electric eye system.
• Load pellets into extruder hopper.
• Assist with machine setups and material wrapping.
• Report quality issues to supervisor immediately.
• Label problem areas in liner and perform maintenance as needed.
• Review supplies and report shortages.
• Ensure drive roller is down before a run.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Reading requirements

Programming eye system

Pellet loading

Maintenance duties

Safety compliance

Math skills

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Tools

Electric eye system

Job description

United Felts, Inc is seeking an Extruder Operator responsible for monitoring material to meet customer requirements and quality standards. The role includes programming the electric eye system, loading pellets, assisting with setups, and maintaining safety and cleanliness on the production floor.

The position is full-time with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and potential shifts. Applicants should be able to lift up to 60 lbs and pass on-the-job training. Competitive benefits are offered.