Extrusion Technician I - PM Shift

PLASKOLITE, LLC; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

401(k) and Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary Insurance (Life, Pet, Cancer

Job summary

PLASKOLITE, LLC is hiring an Extrusion Technician I to safely remove extruded plastic sheets from the extrusion line and ensure quality during final packaging. You will visually inspect for defects, stack onto pallets, and apply interleaving materials as needed, contributing to efficient production and shipment readiness.

In this fast-paced manufacturing role, attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely pull extruded plastic sheet from the extrusion line without damage.
• Neatly stack finished sheets onto pallets with proper alignment.
• Inspect sheets for defects and report issues to the line operator.
• Assist in packaging by applying interleaving materials, banding and wrapping pallets.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas with adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Role Overview

The Extrusion Technician I is responsible for safely removing extruded plastic sheet from the extrusion line, visually inspecting material for quality, and stacking finished sheets onto pallets in accordance with standard operating procedures. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality and production efficiency by assisting with the final packaging of pallets for shipment or storage.

Key duties include aligning sheet stacks accurately, applying protective interleaving materials if required, wrapping and banding pallets, and ensuring accurate labeling. The Extrusion Technician collaborates closely with line operators and the packaging team to support continuous operation and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality — reflecting Plaskolite’s core values of Integrity and Improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Remove and Handle Sheet: Safely pull extruded plastic sheet from the extrusion line, ensuring sheets are handled without damage or contamination.
• Stack Material: Neatly stack finished sheets onto pallets, aligning them properly to maintain product integrity and support efficient packaging.
• Inspect for Quality: Perform visual checks for defects such as scratches, contamination, or dimensional issues, and communicate issues to the line operator or supervisor.
• Assist in Packaging: Support the packaging process by placing interleaving materials (if applicable), banding and wrapping pallets, and applying correct labels.
• Maintain Work Area: Keep extrusion and packaging areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards in alignment with safety protocols.
• All duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not essential.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Sign‑On Bonus.
• Health Insurance, 401(k) and Employer Contribution.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Voluntary Insurance (Life, Pet, Cancer, Disability and more).

Equal Opportunity

PLASKOLITE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. If requested, the company will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals where appropriate to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job, so long as doing so does not create an undue hardship on the business.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.