Extrusion Operator: 12h Shifts, Forklift Experience

Custom Staffing Services, Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Staffing Services, Inc. is seeking an Extrusion Operator to join our Evansville, IN manufacturing team. You will operate extrusion equipment to produce plastic products, maintain quality, and support safe, efficient production with attention to detail.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of manufacturing experience, extrusion exposure, and a valid forklift license. The shift is 12 hours (Wed, Thu, Fri, 6p-6a) with pay at $22.00 per hour and a collaborative, safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 12-hour shifts Wed, Thu, and Fri 6p-6a.
• Pay rate $22.00/hr.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have extrusion experience.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license for operation of a forklift.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive fork trucks and participate in housekeeping for the work area.
• Set up one or two extruders to run products per standard operating conditions with minimal downtime and loss of product.
• Monitor and troubleshoot during the extrusion process.
• If safety or quality issues arise, stop the process and participate in problem-solving with shift supervisor, maintenance, safety and other operators.
• Complete product turnarounds, including cleaning the extruder barrel and screws, the feeder, the pelletizer, the classifier, the reclaimer system, the automatic bagger, and totes to prevent contamination.
• Maintain proper records, including run logs, feed blends, totes, packaging reports, work orders, and logbooks; keep the on-coming operator informed.
• Review and understand policies in standard operating procedures, hazardous communication and waste disposal procedures.
• Adhere to safety/health policies and participate in safety programs; report hazards to management.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Extrusion equipment

Job description

Custom Staffing Services, Inc. is seeking an Extrusion Operator to join our Evansville, IN manufacturing team. You will operate extrusion equipment to produce plastic products, maintain quality, and support safe, efficient production with attention to detail.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of manufacturing experience, extrusion exposure, and a valid forklift license. The shift is 12 hours (Wed, Thu, Fri, 6p-6a) with pay at $22.00 per hour and a collaborative, safety-focused work environment.