Extrusion Operator

Saint-Gobain; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Saint-Gobain in Akron is seeking an Extruder Operator to build quality tubing in an ISO-certified facility. You will set up, operate, and adjust extrusion lines, monitor dimensions, and document production records while supporting lean and 5S initiatives.

We offer second or third shift with seniority guiding shift preference. The role requires a high school diploma and mechanical aptitude; it emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement as core values within a Global Top Employer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Shifts available: Second (4:00PM–12:00AM) or Third (12:00AM–8:00AM).
• Mechanical aptitude to understand, operate and troubleshoot machinery.
• Attention to detail to monitor dimensions and quality.
• Problem-solving when extrusion lines drift out of spec.
• Clear communication and teamwork during changeovers and breaks.
• Adaptability to changing extrusion conditions and priorities.
• Situational awareness for safety and equipment behavior.
• Strong time management to balance setup, checks and production.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust extrusion lines to specification.
• Monitor product quality using calipers, gauges, and SPC tools.
• Manage materials and equipment, including hopper filling and tooling.
• Complete production records, setup charts, quality checks, and labels.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support teammates.
• Provide break coverage and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication & teamwork

Adaptability & flexibility

Situational awareness

Time management

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

SPC tools

Job description

Are you looking to build a career with a company that values craftsmanship, quality, continuous improvement and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer for 11 consecutive years?-

Join our team in Akron, where we proudly manufacture high‑quality tubing that supports critical applications across multiple business units. As an Extruder Operator, you’ll become a key player in an ISO‑certified facility that believes in teamwork, safety, and professional growth.

We’re looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who are excited to grow with us and who enjoy the challenge of precision manufacturing. If you take pride in producing high‑quality products and want to be part of a strong team environment, we’d love to meet you.

• Set up, operate, and adjust extrusion lines (extruders, dies, pins, screws, and downstream equipment) to produce tubing safely and efficiently to specification.
• Monitor product quality by performing routine inspections—checking size, clarity, gels, and surface conditions using calipers, gauges, and SPC tools—and adjusting as needed.
• Manage materials and equipment , including filling hoppers, securing tooling for upcoming runs, cleaning/returning equipment, and reporting any equipment issues or scrap.
• Complete documentation and labeling , such as production records, setup charts, quality checks, packaging labels, and any required ISO or 5S paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area while supporting team members, providing break coverage, and participating in continuous improvement and lean/WCM initiatives.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Available to work Second Shift (4:00PM – 12:00AM) or Third Shift (12:00 AM – 8:00 AM) because seniority determines shift preference.
• Mechanical Aptitude: The ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot production machinery is critical for safe and efficient extrusion performance.
• Attention to Detail: Operators must monitor dimensions, identify imperfections, and catch quality issues quickly to maintain tight tolerances and reduce scrap.
• Problem-Solving Skills: W hen extrusion lines drift out of spec, an operator needs to diagnose issues: material, tooling, temperature, speed, equipment and correct them swiftly.
• Communication & Teamwork: Sharing information with supervisors, collaborating during changeovers, giving breaks, and documenting production accurately all require clear communication.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Extrusion conditions can change quickly (material variation, tooling issues, priority shifts), and operators need to adjust efficiently without losing focus.
• Situational Awareness: Operators must stay alert to equipment’s behavior, safety risks, line changes, and visual cues.- This is essential in a role that involves hot materials, moving machinery, and quality checkpoints.
• Time Management: Balancing setups, quality checks, documentation, and production flow require strong prioritization skills.
• Positive Attitude & Willingness to Learn: The best operators stay curious, ask questions, engage in continuous improvement, and contribute to problem-solving rather than just reacting.

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration.- Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer and sustainable home.

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Across Critical Process Solutions , we enable processes that demand precision, reliability, and consistency.- Processes where performance truly matters and where failure is not an option. Whether it’s through our material science expertise, fluid management capabilities, or engineering know-how, the impact we make is consistent across all applications.-

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together, with our customers and one another, makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 360 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail] .

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the pay rate for this position, which is $22.94 per hour, plus shift differential of $0.75 /hr. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for an annual bonus . The targeted bonus amount can be up to 7% of hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:

• Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)-
• Attendance Incentive for Meeting Company Attendance Requirements

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well.- Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being.- Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance-
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.-
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Volunteer Day
• Company-issued steel-toe shoes and safety glasses

This role may be covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern.-