Extrusion Operator

Ensinger Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Extrusion Operator, where your mechanical skills will contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers the chance to work with high-performance engineering plastics and be part of a team dedicated to safety and productivity. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will operate advanced equipment and support various manufacturing tasks. Enjoy a competitive pay-for-skill program with opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. If you are ready to make an impact in a growing industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Profit sharing

Life insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical education is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely meet or exceed production targets as part of a team.
• Operate pressure extrusion equipment and support equipment maintenance.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detail oriented

Ability to use hand tools

Ability to operate computer-based manufacturing equipment

Ability to lift 55 pounds

Ability to stand for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced applicable technical education

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

If you are mechanically inclined, interested in adding value through manufacturing, looking for the stability of a growing global company – an Ensinger career is for you. As an Extrusion Operator, you will be part of a team responsible for the safe, productive operation of a market leading company’s innovative facility.

Ensinger processes high performance engineering plastics at our North American headquarters in North Strabane Township. Serving a growing market for engineering plastics, Ensinger combines our processing and extrusion expertise with a deep knowledge of high-performance polymers and applications.

Located in Washington County since 1985, Ensinger has grown year over year. To support our continued growth, Ensinger has recently constructed a 65,000 sq. ft. warehousing and shipping facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a team to safely meet or exceed production targets and goals
• General manufacturing tasks (supply raw material, store finished goods, perform quality checks, set up & tear down equipment and maintain good housekeeping)
• Operate pressure extrusion equipment
• Support the care and maintenance of all equipment in safe operating condition
• Support continuous improvement projects

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, advanced applicable technical education, a plus
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Detail oriented, ability to monitor production parameters and clearly report or record production data
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and calipers/measuring devices
• Aptitude to learn and operate computer-based manufacturing equipment and systems
• Ability to lift 55 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Willingness to work a rotating, continuous operating schedule based on 12-hour shifts. The schedule affords every other weekend off, while averaging 3.5 shifts per week
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, a plus
• Working knowledge of computer software including Excel and Word, a plus

Additional Information

• For additional information about Ensinger, please see our website: www.ensingerplastics.com
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to pass a drug screening

Benefits

$22.00/hr. to start in a pay-for-skill program with top rates greater than $29.00. Competitive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/match, Profit Sharing, Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Safety Shoe Allowance, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.

Ensinger, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time