Extrusion Operations Lead, Quality & Safety

VEKA; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

VEKA in Reno, NV seeks an experienced extrusion operator/technician supervisor to oversee the extrusion process and production floor. You will provide supervision, technical support, and direction to the machine group while maintaining staffing for the production schedule.

The role requires deep extrusion knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and strong communication. You will work with Quality to resolve issues, enforce safety rules, and coordinate material flow on the floor.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma is required.
• Minimum five years experience as extrusion operator/technician.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe operation of the production floor with the Superintendent.
• Maintain staffing levels to execute the production schedule.
• Provide supervision, technical support and direction to machine group.
• Periodically perform line checks and report breakdowns.
• Enforce company procedures and regulations; support QA to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure material availability for extrusion.
• Direct housekeeping to maintain a clean, hazard-free work area.
• Assist in administration and routine duties; fill in for supervisors during absences.
• Troubleshoot tooling and machine problems; collaborate on profile corrections.

Skills

Extrusion process knowledge

Machining familiarity

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical ability

Oral & written communication

Delegation / leadership

Decision making

Working under pressure

Initiative / motivation

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Education

GED/High School diploma

Five years extrusion experience

Job description

VEKA in Reno, NV seeks an experienced extrusion operator/technician supervisor to oversee the extrusion process and production floor. You will provide supervision, technical support, and direction to the machine group while maintaining staffing for the production schedule.

The role requires deep extrusion knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and strong communication. You will work with Quality to resolve issues, enforce safety rules, and coordinate material flow on the floor.