Extrusion Machine Operator

Saint-Gobain Group; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) plan

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed in Claremont, NC, is seeking a production extrusion operator to set up, start up, run, and monitor extrusion lines day or night on a 12‑hour 2‑2‑3 shift.

You will perform quality checks, monitor materials, troubleshoot process issues, and support maintenance while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Extrusion experience required; plastics extrusion preferred.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Perform continuous quality checks and record data.
• Monitor materials, regrind, and color for proper stock.
• Troubleshoot processing conditions to maintain quality.
• Operate and monitor extrusion lines; start-up and shut down.
• Pack/inspect product online and operate fork trucks when needed.
• Assist maintenance and tooling to reset lines for quality.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Quality checks

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fork truck license

Material Handler license

Grinder license

Job description

United States, North Carolina, CLAREMONT

Operates and monitors automated vinyl and accessory extruders. Extruders are fed with compound while panels and accessories are produced using the latest technology in machinery. Tooling and downstream equipment are used to produce a high quality finished product.

Shift: 12hr shift on a 2-2-3 schedule (3 days one week, 4 days the next week)

Shift Hours: Day Shift (8a-8p) or Night shift (8p-8a)

Pay: $25.81/hr. paid weekly

NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

Set up, operate, and monitor production extrusion machinery. Start-up extrusion lines and makes all required adjustments to stabilize process in order to minimize scrap and maximize efficiency. Re-programmable microprocessor controls are used and monitored to achieve desired product quality.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs continuous 1/2 hour quality checks by measuring, testing, and recording data to ensure 100% acceptable material.
• Monitors in-coming materials, regrind, compound, and concentrate to ensure proper color, lot number, and process-ability.
• Continually monitors all tooling and downstream equipment to achieve proper specifications.
• Fills out and monitors all process control sheets and monitors packaging and labeling of finished goods.
• Must be capable of troubleshooting and basic processing conditions to ensure the highest quality possible.
• Must be skillful in color changes, start-up, and shut down of all equipment.
• Assist maintenance and tooling personnel in resetting lines to maintain the highest quality product.
• Accountable for production efficiency, scrap, and quality standards.
• Required, when necessary, to pack/inspect the product online in addition to the operation of fork trucks and housekeeping.
• Must demonstrate good team skills, troubleshooting skills, and both verbal and written communications to ensure an efficient operation.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have extrusion experience, plastics extrusion experience preferred.
• Must be able to work every other weekend.

Physical Requirements

• Vision: Must be capable of reading letters and numbers, and have good color reception.
• Language: English
• Hearing: Normal
• Range of Motion: Full, some bending, lifting, and standing for a 12-hour period.
• Lifting Capacity: Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds chest-high.
• Sitting/Standing: Standing for 12 hours daily, and moving up and down the production line.
• OSHA Requirements: Standard plant safety rules, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes and Bump caps.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Specific License Required Material Handler and Grinder.
• Some operating personnel are required to have a fork truck license when moving materials.

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home. Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home.”

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected].

Benefits in joining us

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Programs
• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
• Annual Bonus Plan