Extruder Operator — Growth & Tuition Reimbursement

Southwire Company; Bremen (IN); On-site; USD 37,360 - 42,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Southwire Company in Bremen East is seeking an experienced Extruder Operator to set up and operate extrusion lines and related equipment. This two-person team handles nylon extruders, pay‑offs and take‑ups with a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

The role requires reading production orders, following ISO quality procedures, and maintaining specific wire size and insulation thickness. Physical demands include lifting up to 45 lbs and prolonged standing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time.
• Must be able to read and comprehend production orders and the instrumentation on complex equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, etc.).
• Judgments concerning operation of extrusion line and related equipment are encountered.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins.
• Set up extrusion line and related equipment with correct tip and die and wire size.
• Maintain correct wire size, insulation thickness and concentricity.
• Apply correct print of acceptable quality on cable.
• Observe safety rules, maintain housekeeping and perform other duties as assigned.
• Use proper compounds and color concentrate correctly; minimize losses during start‑up and changeovers.
• Keep WIP tag inventory accurate daily.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Math basics

Stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Extrusion lines

Job description

Southwire Company in Bremen East is seeking an experienced Extruder Operator to set up and operate extrusion lines and related equipment. This two-person team handles nylon extruders, pay‑offs and take‑ups with a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

The role requires reading production orders, following ISO quality procedures, and maintaining specific wire size and insulation thickness. Physical demands include lifting up to 45 lbs and prolonged standing.