Extrusion Operator I-LNC-1st Shift

Americhem; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

120 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO)

10 Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Generous 401(k) Match with No Vesting 

Job summary

Americhem in Liberty, NC is seeking a reliable 1st Shift Extrusion Operator to operate extrusion equipment, monitor production, perform setup and troubleshooting, and produce high-quality plastic compounds and color concentrates.

This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; eligible for holiday pay, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a strong 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work 3rd shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust extrusion equipment to meet production specifications.
• Set up and run extrusion machines, feeders, pelletizers, classifiers, scales, dies, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Produce compound samples and finished products according to customer and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot extrusion equipment and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic machine maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Operate a forklift/tow motor to move materials and load color mix containers into production equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and workplace safety initiatives.

Skills

Extrusion machine operation

Manufacturing production

Plastic extrusion

Machine setup and operation

Equipment troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Forklift operation

Quality control

Safety compliance

Job description

Location: Liberty, NC

Shift: 1st Shift (7:00am-3:00pm)

Pay: Starting at $17.00. Higher starting pay is available based on manufacturing and extrusion experience.

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Americhem is hiring a 1stShift Extrusion Operator at our Liberty, North Carolina manufacturing facility. This manufacturing operator position is responsible for operating extrusion equipment, monitoring production processes, performing machine setup and troubleshooting, and producing high-quality plastic compounds and color concentrates.

Americhem is one of the world's leading manufacturers of custom color concentrates, engineered compounds, and additive solutions. As an Extrusion Operator, you will play a key role in our manufacturing and production operations while working in a safe, team-oriented environment.

Eligible for holiday pay upon hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust extrusion equipment to meet production specifications.
• Set up and run extrusion machines, feeders, pelletizers, classifiers, scales, dies, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Produce compound samples and finished products according to customer and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot extrusion equipment and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic machine maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Operate a forklift/tow motor to move materials and load color mix containers into production equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and workplace safety initiatives.

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work 3rd shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of manufacturing, production, machine operator, extrusion operator, plastics manufacturing, or industrial experience.
• Forklift or tow motor experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience operating extrusion machines, production equipment, or manufacturing machinery.

Skills

• Extrusion machine operation
• Manufacturing production
• Plastic extrusion
• Machine setup and operation
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance
• Forklift operation
• Quality control
• Production manufacturing
• Safety compliance

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• 120 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous 401(k) Match with No Vesting Period

Safety Commitment

At Americhem, safety is our highest priority. All employees are expected to follow established safety policies, procedures, and best practices while contributing to a culture of workplace safety.