Extrusion Operator - 3rd Shift

US_ORB_4000 ORBIS Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Sign-on bonus

Benefits after 30 days

Job summary

ORBIS Corporation, part of Menasha’s manufacturing family, is seeking a Production Operator for night shift. You’ll prepare materials, load extrusion equipment, inspect output, and help keep a safe, efficient line running.

Join a strong team with opportunities to grow; we offer a $2/hr shift differential, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a machine operator.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion machinery for operation by loading materials and adjusting equipment settings.
• Operate extrusion machines to produce plastic according to established standards and guidelines.
• Monitor the extrusion process closely, making real-time adjustments to maintain product quality and output efficiency.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products being produced to ensure they meet required specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate production records, including product counts, machine settings, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain a continuous repeat cycle of production/packaging to avoid the buildup of parts at the workstation.
• Comply with all safety guidelines and protocols to create a safe working environment.
• Assist in training new team members on the operation and maintenance of extrusion equipment.
• Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement; promote and sustain any and all CI, 5S and STW activities.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Machine operator

Forklift experience

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities.

Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success.

Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers.

If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Production Operator to join our manufacturing team.

In this role, you’ll prepare product for shipment according to product guidelines and customer requirements, including cleaning, inspecting, assembling, decorating and stacking.

This is your chance to grow with a family‑owned company that values safety, teamwork, and career development.

We also offer a $2/hr Shift Differential & Sign On Bonus!

At ORBIS, our people come first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

That’s why we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package — available after just 30 days of employment — including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Annual Incentive Plan
• 2nd and 3rd Shift Differential
• And much more!

We take pride in providing a safe, clean workplace and a family‑friendly schedule that promotes a healthy work‑life balance.

When you join ORBIS, you join a team that invests in your success from day one.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare extrusion machinery for operation by loading raw materials and adjusting equipment settings based on product specifications.
• Operate extrusion machines to produce plastic according to established standards and guidelines.
• Monitor the extrusion process closely, making real‑time adjustments to equipment settings to maintain product quality and output efficiency.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products being produced to ensure they meet required specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or malfunctions that may arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate production records, including product counts, machine settings, and maintenance activities, to track productivity and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain a continuous repeat cycle of production/packaging to avoid the buildup of parts at the workstation.
• Comply with all safety guidelines and protocols to create a safe working environment and minimize workplace hazards.
• Assist in training new team members on the operation and maintenance of extrusion equipment.
• Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement; promote and sustain any and all CI, 5S and STW activities.
• Other duties assigned.

Work Experience and Shift Hours

Work Experience: Machine operator experience Forklift experience Strong mechanical aptitude Shift Hours: 10pm-6am Monday - Friday Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Our culture, based on a history of family ownership, encourages employees to create, collaborate, support communities, and build meaningful careers. We believe there’s strength in diversity and that our people are the power behind possible®. Equity, inclusion and diversity, workplace safety, and sustainability are values that are woven into the fabric of everything we do.

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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