Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (6:45AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Atkore; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Leave under federal/state/local law

Job summary

Atkore is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator for the Day Shift in Dallas, TX. The role requires extrusion experience in plastics manufacturing and involves reading production schedules, making precise adjustments, and recording measurements for pipe production.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting the strapping machine, performing changeovers on small and medium-diameter pipes, and ensuring safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment required.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Able to lift/move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure it is followed.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters; record hourly pipe readings (weights, wall thickness, diameter, length).
• Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Perform changeovers and start-ups on small to medium-diameter pipes.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Read production schedule

Measurement and gauging

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (6:45AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: EXTRU014014

• Posted : August 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift (6:45AM - 7:00PM) - $23.00/hr.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a 1st Shift Extrusion Machine Operator to be based out of Dallas, TX. Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required). Reporting to Shift Lead, the Extrusion Machine Operator will be responsible for measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and micrometers.

What you'll do:

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure is followed.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters. Record hourly pipe readings such as weights, wall thickness, diameter, and length. Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Familiar with the product and the compound material.
• Able to perform changeovers and start-ups on small and medium-diameter pipes.

What you'll bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required)
• Must be able to work 12-hourshifts.
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete any required training.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of thecurrent pay for this position is $23.00 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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