Extrusion Machine Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Andover (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

NJ sick leave

401k eligibility

Direct Deposit/Money Card

Instant Referral Bonus Eligibility

Access to local, premier employers

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an extrusion operator to run and monitor extrusion equipment, ensure product quality, and adhere to safety guidelines. Responsibilities include feeding materials, adjusting settings, and maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

The role supports production throughput with attention to specifications and routine maintenance. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods and work shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating extrusion or similar industrial machines.
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications and work orders.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to [insert weight].
• Willingness to work shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion machines
• Feed raw materials into the machine and adjust machine settings as needed
• Monitor product quality and perform measurements to ensure specifications are met
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report major problems to maintenance
• Perform routine machine cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Package finished products and prepare for shipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and quality guidelines

Skills

Machinery operation

Read production specs

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Job description

Position Summary:

Operates and monitors extrusion machinery to produce high-quality products according to specifications. Ensures machines run efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion machines
• Feed raw materials into the machine and adjust machine settings as needed
• Monitor product quality and perform measurements to ensure specifications are met
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report major problems to maintenance
• Perform routine machine cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Package finished products and prepare for shipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and quality guidelines

Skills & Requirements:

• Experience operating extrusion or similar industrial machines
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications and work orders
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work standing for long periods and lift up to [insert weight]
• Willingness to work shifts as needed

Benefits offered when working with Express Employment Professionals:

• Medical, Vision, Dental- Benefit Eligibility
• Express Learn
• NJ sick leave
• 401k eligibility
• Direct Deposit/Money Card
• INSTANT Referral Bonus Eligibility
• Access to job openings at hundreds of local, premier employers that are not posted online!