Extrusion Machine Operator

Bluegrass Stream; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Stream LLC is seeking a hands-on role to support extrusion production in Massachusetts. The role involves stepping in for machine operators and assistants to maintain smooth manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include setting up and cleaning extrusion machines, preparing resin blenders, monitoring production quality, documenting materials, batches and test results, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform machine support duties and assist across production tasks.
• Attention to detail for quality monitoring and accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices and willingness to follow compliance requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort maintaining production readiness (setup/cleaning).
• Team-oriented mindset to cover shifts and support operators.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean extrusion machines and related equipment.
• Prepare and operate resin blenders as needed.
• Monitor production quality and help identify issues.
• Document materials, batches, and test results accurately.
• Maintain safe, compliant operations and follow established procedures.

Skills

Machine support

Quality monitoring

Documentation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Role Summary

Support extrusion production by stepping in for machine operators and assistants to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and clean extrusion machines and related equipment.
• Prepare and operate resin blenders as needed.
• Monitor production quality and help identify issues.
• Document materials, batches, and test results accurately.
• Maintain safe, compliant operations and follow established procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to perform machine support duties and assist across production tasks.
• Strong attention to detail for quality monitoring and accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices and willingness to follow compliance requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort maintaining production readiness (setup/cleaning).
• Team-oriented mindset to cover shifts and support operators.