Extrusion Operator II

Oldcastle APG; Bulls Gap (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Medical, dental & disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture and growth

Job summary

Oldcastle APG is seeking an Extrusion Operator II to run and monitor extrusion lines and downstream equipment, ensuring product profiles meet specifications. The role requires basic mechanical aptitude, reading shop docs, and safe operation during shifts.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in plastics extrusion, able to lift up to 65 pounds, and can complete required training within 90 days. The position includes competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for growth within CRH

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in plastics extrusion.
• Verbal and written communications in English.
• Read and understand product specifications documentation.
• Use measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers, square, microscope, color meter).
• Pass a mechanical aptitude test.
• Basic computer skills (typing and data entry).
• Must pass Extrusion Operators Training course within 90 days of hiring.
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion lines and downstream equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare extrusion line equipment for start-up and shut down.
• Ensure lines are properly set up to produce profiles within specs.
• Clean extrusion equipment and maintain readiness.
• Inspect equipment and report issues to supervisor/lead.
• Assist other operators during start-up/shut-down and emergencies.
• Record maintenance and process data as required by SOPs.
• Order materials to maintain line production and manage labeling.

Skills

Verbal English

Written English

Mechanical aptitude

Reading specs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Measuring instruments

Basic computer skills

Job description

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

The Extrusion Operator II is responsible for proper and efficient operation of all plant extruders, down streams, pullers, saws, and other associated extrusionequipment.

Job Responsibilities

• The normal and emergency operating (Starting, Stopping, Shutting Down) procedures for extrusion lines andassociated equipment
• The preparation of extrusion line equipment for start up
• Checking extrusion lines to be properly set up for profile to be produced
• Cleaning of extruders, down streams, pullers, saws, and associated extrusion line equipment and associated equipment
• Periodic inspections of extrusion equipment to assure readiness for operation
• Assisting other operators during line start up and shut down and during emergency situations such as but not limited to equipment failure
• Reporting of equipment failures, maintenance and safety issues to Extrusion Shift Supervisor and/or TeamLeader
• Writing work orders for equipment maintenance required
• Notifying Mold Techs of any tooling failures or issues
• Performing any necessary adjustments to equipment (color, length, die shift, pin changes, etc.) to ensureproduction of profiles remain in compliance with profile specifications
• Order materials as needed to maintain line production
• Take readings and make board checks to assure product meets proper profile specifications
• Maintain all records required by Extrusion Standard Operating Procedures
• Create proper labeling and apply to all crates and carts of finished products, scrap, purge and other materials asrequired by Extrusion Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain proper documentation for all finished products and scrap
• Build crates as required to meet product package specifications
• Explain proper packaging of finished products to Extrusion Packers
• Facilitate breaks for Extrusion Packer/s assigned to your line(s)
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Other duties as assigned by the Extrusion Shift Supervisor or Extrusion Team Leader

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of one year of experience in the plastics extrusion field
• Give and receive verbal and written communications in the English language
• Read and understand all product specifications documentation
• Use measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers, square, microscope, color meter)
• Pass a mechanical aptitude test
• Basic computer skills (basic typing and data entry)
• Must be able to pass the Extrusion Operators Training course within ninety (90) days of hiring
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.