Extrusion Assistant Operator

Jobtailor; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a dedicated manufacturing operator to join our production team. The role covers safety leadership, operating coating and blown film machines as needed, and supporting resin inventory and packaging.

You will contribute to a clean, organized workplace and participate in 5S and CI initiatives, with emphasis on quality and product safety. Strong teamwork and basic math/reading skills are important for success.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable and able to understand a computer and programs.
• Possess adequate math, measurement, and reading skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety leader by following all safety procedures and promoting a safety‑first culture.
• Operate Coater or Blown Film machines when qualified and as needed to cover absences or vacations.
• Order and maintain resin box inventory to ensure a steady supply for extrusion lines.
• Package mill rolls and manage scrap materials efficiently.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support 5S and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, including cross‑training and flexible work assignments.
• Understand and support product safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety

Quality

Computer literacy

Tools

Coater operation

Blown Film machine operation

Resin box inventory management

Packaging

Housekeeping

Math skills

Measurement skills

Reading skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety leader by following all safety procedures and promoting a safety‑first culture
• Operate Coater or Blown Film machines when qualified and as needed to cover absences or vacations
• Order and maintain resin box inventory to ensure a steady supply for extrusion lines
• Package mill rolls and manage scrap materials efficiently
• Perform routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Support 5S and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, including cross‑training and flexible work assignments
• Understand and support product safety requirements

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledgeable and able to understand a computer and programs
• Possess adequate math, measurement, and reading skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to teamwork, safety, and quality

Hard Skills

• Coater operation
• Blown Film machine operation
• Resin box inventory management
• Packaging
• Housekeeping
• Math skills
• Measurement skills
• Reading skills

Soft Skills

• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Commitment to safety
• Commitment to quality