Extruder Operator Trainee - 1st Shift, Fast-Paced

Ultipro; Winnebago Township (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Quanex in Winnebago, IL is seeking an Extruder Operator Trainee on 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:45 am–3:15 pm) to join our manufacturing team. This full-time entry-level role operates extruder machines, supports quality and safety goals, and may include overtime.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) with company match, PTO, holidays, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Good reading ability and basic math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to use hand tools; calipers a plus.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Interest in learning new skills and career growth.
• Safety-focused with adherence to guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-shift meetings to review safety, quality, and production goals.
• Review production schedules and perform work according to targets, while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Place parts into crates and label according to packaging procedures using proper body mechanics.
• Perform quality checks on parts and document results per standard work tasks.
• Cut and weigh product samples for QA, testing, or customer requirements.
• Identify and inform staff regarding product defects.
• Anticipate material needs by planning and monitoring assigned lines.
• Record sold quantity, scrap quantity, line speed, SPC, and OEE.
• Push finished product carts to staging area, replace empty carton, and pre-load packaging.

Skills

Reading

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Hand Tools

Safety Awareness

Willingness to Learn

Standing for Long Periods

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Quanex in Winnebago, IL is seeking an Extruder Operator Trainee on 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:45 am–3:15 pm) to join our manufacturing team. This full-time entry-level role operates extruder machines, supports quality and safety goals, and may include overtime.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) with company match, PTO, holidays, and education assistance.