Extrusion Line Operator & Quality Champion

Inteplast Group; Dighton (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Inteplast Group seeks an Extrusion Technician A to support set-up, changeover, and operation of extrusion lines. You will read production orders, monitor quality, maintain a clean environment, and assist with overtime as needed. You may train new operators and ensure safe, compliant operations on the floor.

The role emphasizes leadership, dependable attendance, teamwork, and adherence to SQF/GMP policies while optimizing blends and equipment performance to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of and being able to implement 5S initiatives and maintain this initiative.
• Experience in blown film extrusion is preferred.
• Must successfully complete operator training and testing.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate self-motivation and initiative and display leadership skills
• Must ensure all safety policies are being practiced by all employees
• Follow all written procedures
• Must maintain a good attendance record
• Demonstrate knowledge of all machinery and the processes
• Demonstrate the ability to operate machinery at maximum output while achieving top quality product
• Demonstrate the ability to operate all machinery efficiently in order to maximize quality products and minimize downtime and waste
• Must ensure that proper blends are being used, to ensure quality and cost initiatives are met
• Must be able to work well with others and show initiative to train operators and new employees to perform their duties and the responsibilities of an operator in the event of absence
• Must complete all paperwork with accuracy and in a timely manner
• Must be visibly on the production floor to ensure safety and quality
• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot material issues related to blender or resin issues
• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot possible machinery issues to ensure safety/quality and productivity
• Demonstrate the ability to properly schedule events to minimize downtime
• Must ensure that SQF and GMP policies are being followed
• Must be able to identify possible issues that are safety-related or could lead to possible loss of productivity
• Must utilize training matrix and successfully meet all criteria
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing
• Knowledge of proper operation of all machinery
• Knowledge of policies and procedures
• Knowledge of all working departments in the manufacturing facility

Skills

5S Implementation

Lean manufacturing

Quality monitoring

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Blown film extrusion equipment

Job description

Inteplast Group seeks an Extrusion Technician A to support set-up, changeover, and operation of extrusion lines. You will read production orders, monitor quality, maintain a clean environment, and assist with overtime as needed. You may train new operators and ensure safe, compliant operations on the floor.

The role emphasizes leadership, dependable attendance, teamwork, and adherence to SQF/GMP policies while optimizing blends and equipment performance to minimize downtime.