Extruder Operator: High-Quality Plastic Production

Airtech Advanced Materials Group; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Airtech is looking for an experienced Extruder Operator to run extrusion equipment and produce high-quality materials for customers. This hands-on role involves setting up machines from production orders, monitoring operation, sampling for quality, and labeling finished product.

The ideal candidate has prior production experience, is comfortable in a hot environment, can wear a respirator when required, and works well with supervisors and teammates to meet safety and output goals.

Qualifications

• Prior machine operating experience preferred but not required.
• Experience operating extrusion, plastics, film, coating, laminating, converting, or similar manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Must be comfortable working in a hot production environment.
• Must be able to safely wear a respirator when required.
• Ability to set up, monitor, and adjust production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or quality issues.
• Reliable, safety-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand, move, lift up to 70 lbs., pack, and support various production needs throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion equipment based on production orders and work instructions.
• Check equipment controls and safety features before starting production.
• Monitor the machine during operation to make sure product is running properly.
• Watch for defects, material issues, or quality concerns during production.
• Make basic machine adjustments as needed to support product quality and production goals.
• Collect product samples for quality checks.
• Label, package, and pack finished product according to work order instructions.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work safely in a hot manufacturing environment.
• Wear a respirator when required for machine setup or assigned job duties.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and company safety procedures.
• Work well with supervisors, leads, and other team members.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Machine operation

Extrusion equipment

Quality inspection

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Airtech is looking for an experienced Extruder Operator to run extrusion equipment and produce high-quality materials for customers. This hands-on role involves setting up machines from production orders, monitoring operation, sampling for quality, and labeling finished product.

The ideal candidate has prior production experience, is comfortable in a hot environment, can wear a respirator when required, and works well with supervisors and teammates to meet safety and output goals.