Extrusion Operator

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking a skilled extrusion technician to operate and maintain extrusion machinery in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and meeting production goals on a Mon-Thu schedule from 3:00 pm to 3:00 am.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of related experience, a HS/GED, and strong time management. Responsibilities include setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and training new crew members while ensuring compliance with safety and quality

Qualifications

• HS/GED required; HS/GED preferred.
• 2–4 years' experience in a related field.
• This position has no leadership duties.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive information.
• Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely sets up, operates, and monitors extrusion machinery to meet production goals.
• Completes machine setup for production runs including loading materials and calibrating equipment.
• Monitors production, tests materials and equipment to ensure quality and quotas.
• Verifies and tracks materials for inventory and work in progress.
• Troubleshoots equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Trains and guides machine assistants and new crew members.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of machinery and surrounding areas.
• Follows safety guidelines and wears PPE; reports hazards.
• Completes necessary documentation for internal/external use.
• Collaborates with other departments to coordinate production activities.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Safety compliance

Education

HS/GED

Job description

Description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of the organization by operating and maintaining extrusion machinery used in the manufacturing process, in addition to, ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards.

Schedule: 3:00 pm - 3:00 am Monday - Thursday

Starting at $20 per hour. Based on experience.

Essential Duties and Tasks

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safley sets up, operates, and monitors extrusion machinery and equipment as intended and needed to meet customer and production goals.

• Completes extrusion machine setup for production runs, including loading materials, adjusting settings, and calibrating equipment to ensure proper operation.

• Monitors the production process, inspects and tests materials and equipment using safe and proper protocols, to ensure products meet quality standards and production quotas are met.

• Verifies and tracks all materials for inventory and work in progress regulations.

• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep machinery operating efficiently.

• Trains and provides guidance to machine assistants and new crew members.

• Keeps machinery and surrounding areas organized by meeting housekeeping, storage, staging, and cleanliness requirements.

• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, to prevent accidents or injuries. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment(PPE) as required by safety policies and reports any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member.

• Completes all necessary documentation for internal or external use.

• Effectively works with other departments or team members, such as machine technicians, supervisors, and quality control inspectors, to coordinate production activities and address any potential issues as they arise.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• HS/GED required; HS/GED preferred

• 2-4 years' experience in a related field experience in a related field required.

• This position has no leadership duties.

• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.

• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Job Category: Operations/Production/Manufacturing Full-Time