Extrusion Machine Operator - Day Shift, Employee-Owned

Charter Next Generation, Inc.; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation

401(k) Matching

Bonuses

Job summary

Charter Next Generation, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator - Day Shift to join our Turner Falls, MA manufacturing team. You will operate plastic extrusion equipment, follow safety procedures, and participate in certification on the line.

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with a 2-2-3 pattern. You will manage resin feeding, set up changes, monitor quality, perform housekeeping and prevent maintenance tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing, technical field or engineering.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools.
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Wages up to$23.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Additional $2.50 night shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in the training curriculum as an operator learning aspects of plastic extrusion line operations while completing assigned duties required for certification
• Change plastic extruding machine, set up according to production line changes following specifications on work orders, and examine products for nonconformance to specifications
• Responsible for monitoring quality and accuracy of the line and scrap
• Perform housekeeping and preventative maintenance tasks as required to maintain equipment
• Set up plastic extrusion machines (shut-down, start-up, switchovers, order preparation, and production, of plastic extrusion lines).
• Responsible for raw materials (resin) by keeping extruder fed with resin mixture
• Maintain good interaction and teamwork with supervisor and co-workers
• Give assistance to co-workers to expedite changeovers

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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Production Operator - Day Shift

Full Time Direct Labor Turners Falls, MA, US

Production Operator

At Charter Next Generation (CNG), every employee is an owner , earning equity shares from day one. As a Production Operator , you'll operate and monitor production lines that turn raw resin into film used in packaging that protects food, keeps medicine safe, and cuts down on waste. You'll work alongside a close-knit team, with hands-on training and real opportunities to grow.

• Wages $20.00- $23.00 per hou r , based on experience, including shift differential, with potential first year total compensation of $52,800+!
• 8 hours of overtime built into every standard schedule
• Additional $2.50/hr night shift differential
• Quarterly bonuses on top of your base pay
• Consistent Static Schedule with guaranteed full-time
• Work-life balance with only 15 workdays a month
• Defined career progression from day 1
• Dedicated training program to build your skills fast

Why Be a CNG Owner

• Employee Ownershi p – Become a company owner day 1
• Purposeful work supporting the creation of sustainable packaging that reduces food waste and protects the planet
• Inclusive workplace where every employee-owner feels seen, heard, and supported
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Holiday pay and paid vacation from day one
• 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement
• Employee engagement initiatives and community giving events
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities with training and development along the way
• Certified™ as a 2026 Great Place to Work®, based entirely on employee feedback

Position Schedule

• 12-hour static shifts (Days - 6:00am - 6:00pm)

Position Duties

• Operate and support production lines
• Progress through Operator levels
• Set up machines to work order specifications
• Inspect products for quality compliance and manage scrap
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Collaborate with your team during shift changeovers

Position Qualifications

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• A high school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

CNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Learn More About CNG:

• Visit our careers page: cnginc.com/careers
• Discover our employee ownership program: cnginc.com/careers/employee-ownership