Extrusion Machine Operator- 2nd shift

Veolia Water Technologies; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (Starting Day 1)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Matching

FSA/HSA

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies seeks an Extrusion Machine Operator to operate and maintain extrusion equipment for polypropylene pellets, ensuring high yields and uptime. You will troubleshoot, perform minor repairs, and follow safety guidelines to support water treatment solutions worldwide.

The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and training other operators, with opportunities to participate in preventive maintenance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with setup, troubleshooting, and operation of automated machines.
• Lean manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety program is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain extrusion equipment for polypropylene pellets.
• Follow safety guidelines and participate in safety activities.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machines per product specs.
• Inspect materials and products for quality control.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Keep records and communicate technical issues.
• Assist in training other operators.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance.

Skills

Mathematical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Policy comprehension

Lean manufacturing

Setup and troubleshooting

Google/Excel skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree relevant field

Tools

SAP

Google Suite

Excel

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Summary

The Extrusion Machine Operator will operate, troubleshoot, repair, and perform minor maintenance of the extrusion equipment that processes polypropylene pellets into log form. You will understand both the product construction and the machine operation to maximize yields and machine uptime. As an Extrusion Machine Operator, you'll play a crucial role in manufacturing high-quality components that contribute to water treatment solutions worldwide. If you have good mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with machinery, this could be an ideal job for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain extrusion equipment for processing polypropylene pellets
• Follow safety guidelines and participate in safety-related activities
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machines according to product specifications
• Inspect materials and products for quality control
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment
• Keep accurate records and communicate technical issues
• Assist in training other operators

Duties & Responsibilities

• Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices
• Participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits
• Proactively communicate and address safety concerns
• Set up and monitor machine operations according to standard operating instructions
• Understand department safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, and production goals; actively engage in meeting these goals
• Inspect raw materials and products to ensure there are no visual defects; take corrective action as needed
• Perform checks to ensure accuracy per product specifications, ensure overall product quality, and track in manual logs or computer system to capture deviations and quality traceability data
• Perform material disposition on all work-in-processes (WIP) parts as assigned
• Perform advanced machine adjustments to ensure that proper construction specifications are being met
• Interrupt machine operation as necessary to correct operating problems
• Minimize the production of products that do not meet specifications by quickly taking action and using investigative, troubleshooting, and mechanical skills
• Accurately measure work in process (WIP) and finished goods in inches or centimeters
• Communicate technical issues in a timely manner to all levels (managers, co-workers, maintenance, engineers, etc.)
• Assist in training other operators
• Assist with failure and perform regular minor preventive maintenance
• Perform troubleshooting to solve equipment malfunctions
• Perform complete setup, adjustments, startup, and shutdown of all equipment in the area
• Keep accurate records and explain any discrepancies, if necessary
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by supervisor, facilitator, or lead

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6 months' experience as a machine operator, maintenance technician, or related military experience; or an Associate's Degree in a relevant field
• Good mathematical aptitude
• Experience participating in the development of work instructions and operating guides
• Basic SAP experience
• Strong mechanical aptitudeQuality inspection experience
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Previous experience performing setup, troubleshooting, and operation of automated machines
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety program
• Detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills and ability to learn and understand all policies, practices, and procedures
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment
• Ability to perform basic functions in Google and Excel
• Ability to work occasional weekends and overtime as needed

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realise diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging, meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation

The hourly rate of $23.00 is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles, with a $1.50 shift differential. Working hours are Monday through Friday 2:15AM to 10:45PM

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan with company matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.