Extrusion Operator- Night Shift

Chase Staffing; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CHASE Staffing is seeking dependable Blown Film Extrusion Operators in Forest Park, GA, to support production of polyethylene packaging films. You will set up, run, monitor and troubleshoot extrusion equipment while meeting safety and quality standards.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00pm-8:00am; Pay Range: $17-$19/hr. Prior plastics extrusion or machine-operation experience is preferred, with attention to detail and reliable attendance essential.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine-operation experience preferred; plastics extrusion or blown-film experience is a strong plus.
• Able to follow written work instructions, production specifications and safety procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including reading gauges and production data.
• Mechanical aptitude with attention to detail and willingness to learn extrusion equipment and troubleshooting procedures.
• Clear communication, work as part of a shift team and maintain reliable attendance

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blown-film extrusion lines and related equipment, following training and approved procedures.
• Monitor line speed, temperatures, pressures and other operating conditions; notify leadership and make authorized adjustments to maintain product specifications.
• Assist with resin loading, material verification, start-ups, shutdowns and line changeovers.
• Inspect finished film for width, gauge, appearance, roll quality and other work-order requirements; record inspection results.
• Identify issues such as wrinkles, gauge variation, unstable bubbles, contamination or poor winding; report and assist with troubleshooting.
• Perform roll changes, label and package finished rolls, and stage materials using approved handling methods.
• Complete production logs, quality documentation, scrap tracking and shift handoff communications.
• Maintain clean work areas and follow plant safety rules, PPE requirements, and applicable food-packaging quality and hygiene procedures.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, quality personnel and maintenance teams to reduce downtime and maintain production output.

Skills

Machinery operation

Plastics extrusion

Reading gauges

Attention to detail

Team communication

Job description

Job Overview: We are seeking dependable, safety-focused Blown Film Extrusion Operators to support production of polyethylene flexible packaging film in Forest Park. Operators help set up, run, monitor and troubleshoot extrusion equipment while meeting production, quality and safety expectations. This client manufactures food-grade and specialty packaging films using blown-film and multilayer co-extrusion processes.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00pm-8:00am Pay Range: $17-$19/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blown-film extrusion lines and associated equipment, including resin feeding systems, air rings, nip rolls and winders, following training and approved procedures.
• Monitor film bubble stability, line speed, temperatures, pressures and other operating conditions; notify leadership and make authorized adjustments to maintain product specifications.
• Assist with resin loading, material verification, start-ups, shutdowns, product changeovers and line preparation.
• Inspect finished film for width, thickness (gauge), appearance, roll quality and other work-order requirements; record inspection results accurately.
• Identify issues such as wrinkles, gauge variation, unstable bubbles, contamination or poor winding; report and assist with troubleshooting.
• Perform roll changes, label and package finished rolls, and stage materials using approved handling methods.
• Complete production logs, quality documentation, scrap tracking and shift handoff communications.
• Maintain clean work areas and follow plant safety rules, personal protective equipment requirements, and applicable food-packaging quality and hygiene procedures.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, quality personnel and maintenance teams to reduce downtime and maintain production output.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine-operation experience preferred; plastics extrusion or blown-film experience is a strong plus.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, production specifications and safety procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including comfort reading gauges, measurements and production data.
• Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn extrusion equipment and troubleshooting procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly, work as part of a shift team and maintain reliable attendance

CHASE provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as disabled veteran, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally-protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws. In addition, CHASE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location. CHASE is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities.

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