Extrusion Operator - Rotating Shifts, Overtime, Growth

Laborup; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup in Greeneville, TN is seeking Extrusion Operators for a growing plastics operation. You will operate extrusion lines, monitor performance, perform quality checks with precision tools, and coordinate with maintenance and tooling teams to resolve issues.

Two 12-hour rotating shifts are available (days or nights). This is a full-time, direct-hire role with built-in overtime and opportunities for advancement from the shop floor.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with plastic extrusion equipment.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and work instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic production equipment issues.
• Experience using measuring instruments such as tape measures and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion line equipment and downstream machinery.
• Set up and startup extrusion lines; perform normal startup/shutdown procedures.
• Make process adjustments to color, length, tooling position, and other variables to stay within spec.
• Perform routine quality inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate with maintenance and tooling when needed.
• Monitor material needs and production flow; assist with packaging tasks.
• Complete required production, quality, scrap, labeling, and equipment records.

Skills

Plastic extrusion equipment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Color meters

Microscope

Job description

Laborup in Greeneville, TN is seeking Extrusion Operators for a growing plastics operation. You will operate extrusion lines, monitor performance, perform quality checks with precision tools, and coordinate with maintenance and tooling teams to resolve issues.

Two 12-hour rotating shifts are available (days or nights). This is a full-time, direct-hire role with built-in overtime and opportunities for advancement from the shop floor.