Extrusion Operator

FactoryFix; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix is seeking an extrusion/thermoforming operator to safely run machinery and maintain quality standards. The role includes shift-based work with training periods and responsibilities that cover troubleshooting, documentation, and supporting junior staff.

Starting pay varies by shift: C-Shift and A-Shift, with weekly pay. Candidates should demonstrate mechanical aptitude, strong communication, and a detail-oriented approach to production data and quality control.

Qualifications

• Manual dexterity and ability to handle precise tasks.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Attention to detail in recording production data and measurements.
• Good hand/eye coordination for machine operations.
• Analytical mindset for problem solving in production.
• Ability to perform calculations for data entry and quality checks.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for minor machine issues.
• Familiarity with production measurement tools (level, calipers, etc.).
• Understanding of product quality standards in thermoforming.

Responsibilities

• Operate Extrusion/Thermoforming machines consistently and safely, meeting quality and efficiency targets.
• Troubleshoot and adjust machines to fix issues and improve output.
• Provide support and guidance to less experienced staff.
• Complete end-of-shift paperwork detailing crew, machine time and quantities.
• Inspect products for defects and adjust machinery to correct causes.
• Follow housekeeping, standard work, and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and clear written and verbal communication.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Excellent communication skills

Detailed record keeping

Hand/eye coordination

Analytical skills

Math Skills

Basic troubleshooting skills

Production measurement tools

Knowledge of product quality standards

Principles of Thermoforming machines

Job description

Shifts available

• C-Shift 3:30-11:30pm (Sunday & Monday Off)
• A-Shift 11:00pm-7:00am (Saturday & Sunday Off)
• (Frday & Saturday Off During Training)

• Consistently and safely operates Extrusion/Thermoforming machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization
• Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine
• Provide innovative solutions for production issues
• Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel
• Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities
• Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects
• Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines
• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required

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Starting Pay Rate

C-Shift $20.76 an hour (Paid Weekly)

A-Shift $21.26 an hour (Paid Weekly)

Shifts available

• C-Shift 3:30-11:30pm (Sunday & Monday Off)
• A-Shift 11:00pm-7:00am (Saturday & Sunday Off)
• (Frday & Saturday Off During Training)

Job Description

• Consistently and safely operates Extrusion/Thermoforming machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization
• Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine
• Provide innovative solutions for production issues
• Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel
• Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities
• Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects
• Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines
• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required

Qualifications

• Manual Dexterity
• Excellent communication skills
• Detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency
• Hand/eye coordination
• Analytical skills
• Math Skills (calculators to determine and record production data)
• Basic troubleshooting skills to resolve minor machine issues relating to its operation
• Understanding of production measurement tools such as level, etc.
• Knowledge of product quality standards
• Principles of Thermoforming machines

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Injection Molding Experience
• Blow Molding Experience
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Injection Molding Machine
• Extrusion Machine
• Measurement Gauges
• Blow Molding Machine
• Calipers and Micrometers

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