Extrusion Line Operator I: Start-Up & Quality Focus

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company; Missouri; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company, is seeking an Extrusion Operator I to start up and shut down an extrusion line, feed materials, and ensure product quality. You will monitor line equipment and adjust parameters to meet specs with support from the extrusion technician.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 1 year of extrusion-related experience, plus forklift certification and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in plastic extrusion is a plus.
• 1 year of extrusion operator or related experience.
• Ability to operate extrusion machinery and related equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Start up and shutdown an extrusion line.
• Run line and maintain quality with technician help as needed.
• Perform tooling changeovers on the extrusion line.
• Perform first-piece inspections and monitor output against specs.
• Adjust machine parameters to stay within specifications and report issues.
• Complete all documentation for the extrusion line.
• Perform preventative maintenance on extrusion equipment.
• Handle raw materials, including extrusion resin, and feed correctly.
• Move materials and tooling in the plant.
• Identify and report safety hazards or concerns.
• Assist in other duties as required.

Skills

Precision measuring

Mechanical tools

Basic math

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Forklift certification

Technical extrusion training

Tools

Forklift

MS Office

Pallet jack

Job description

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company, is seeking an Extrusion Operator I to start up and shut down an extrusion line, feed materials, and ensure product quality. You will monitor line equipment and adjust parameters to meet specs with support from the extrusion technician.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 1 year of extrusion-related experience, plus forklift certification and