Extrusion Process Technician: Growth & Impact

Deckorators Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company贡献

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee -

Job summary

UFP Industries in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Process Technician to support extrusion operations by setting up, monitoring, and optimizing manufacturing processes for safe, efficient production. This role partners closely with operators, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot process issues, improve performance, and reduce downtime.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, a hands-on mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement in a startup manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lead operator, process technician, or related manufacturing role.
• Experience in extrusion, plastics, polymers, or continuous manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of PLC controls, MES, and SCADA systems.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, run sheets, and process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support daily extrusion operations with a focus on productivity, quality, and downtime reduction.
• Assist extrusion operators with troubleshooting and process adjustments when profiles are out of specification.
• Monitor process parameters and recommend changes to improve output, yield, and consistency.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Quality to resolve process, material, or equipment issues.
• Support startup activities including line ramp-up, changeovers, and operator training.
• Maintain and update process documentation, run sheets, and training records.
• Ensure required documentation is completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Reading work instructions

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial) or equivalent experience

Tools

PLC controls

MES

SCADA systems

Measuring tools (tape measures, calipers)

Job description

UFP Industries in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Process Technician to support extrusion operations by setting up, monitoring, and optimizing manufacturing processes for safe, efficient production. This role partners closely with operators, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot process issues, improve performance, and reduce downtime.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, a hands-on mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement in a startup manufacturing environment.