Extrusion Operator

Novolex; Mineral Wells (TX); On-site; USD 20,400 - 29,055; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Various well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex in Mineral Wells, Texas, is seeking an Extrusion Operator Associate to manage the extrusion process. The role includes operating machinery, measuring and cutting materials, and maintaining quality control. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in extrusion.

This position offers a starting pay of $17.95 per hour, plus shift differentials, with eligibility for bonuses and ongoing skill-based wage increases.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in extrusion.
• Ability to input formulas and recipes accurately into a computer console.
• Must work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Tapes end of extruded article to reel spindle and starts machine.
• Measures extruded article and cuts to specified length.
• Monitors all extrusion machines for alignment and quality.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Computer skills

Extrusion knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Extrusion Operator Associate | Mineral Wells, West Virginia | Now Hiring

Compensation:

• Starting pay rate from $17.95 per hour - Paid Weekly - plus $1 shift differential!
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*

Available Shift:

• 6:00pm-6:00am

TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER:

• 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tapes end of extruded article to reel spindle and starts machine that winds material onto revolving spindle.
• Measures extruded article with measuring wheel and cuts it to specified length, using a knife.
• Removes roll from spindle with a forklift and weighs roll on scale.
• Records length and weight on shipping tag.
• Saws scrap tubes and rods into lengths for grinding in hammer mill.
• May mix thermoplastic materials, according to formula, for feeding extrusion machine.
• Set up extrusion machine by inputting information into a computer console, set roll gaps to precise sizes, and ensures quality control is production grade.
• Monitor all extrusion machines to ensure that all working parts are in alignment.
• Troubleshoots all areas and working parts of the extrusion machine.
• Installs dies, mandrels, containers, heating coils, press tools, extrusion heads, and run out bridging in press, using hand tools.
• Regulates rate of extrusion to prevent metal rupture and adherence of metal to container walls.
• Record data, such as crew time, number of billets used, and items processed.
• Housekeeping daily.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in Extrusion.
• Must be able to accurately input all formulas and recipes into a computer console.
• Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to other departments to meet production goals.

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being as an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well‑being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well‑being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact [e-mail].