Foam Extrusion Technician: Precision & Process Optimization

Noel Group, LLC; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

No ë l Group is seeking a Foam Extrusion Operator to set up, operate, and optimize foam extrusion lines to meet dimensional, density, and surface quality specifications. This hands-on role fits someone with strong process awareness and a detail-oriented mindset.

You will troubleshoot variations related to gas, temperature, and material blends, record production data, and collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to resolve line issues.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required; foam or plastics extrusion experience strongly preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of extrusion equipment.
• Understanding of how temperature, speed, and gas affect foam structure.
• Ability to read measuring devices (tape measure, calipers, scales).
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, conversions).
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up foam extrusion lines, including dies, calibrators, cooling systems, pullers, and cutters.
• Start up and shut down extrusion equipment following established procedures.
• Monitor and control critical foam processing parameters such as screw speed, gas injection and pressure, cooling and vacuum settings.
• Check and maintain product thickness, dimensions, cell structure, and surface finish.
• Make process adjustments to correct issues such as density variation, poor cell structure, and thickness inconsistency.
• Perform product quality checks using scales, calipers, and other measuring tools.
• Record production data, scrap, and process changes accurately.
• Assist with material changes, color changes, and cleanouts.
• Keep hoppers, feed systems, and blending equipment operating correctly.
• Work closely with maintenance and quality teams to resolve line issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Measuring devices

Basic math

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

No ë l Group is seeking a Foam Extrusion Operator to set up, operate, and optimize foam extrusion lines to meet dimensional, density, and surface quality specifications. This hands-on role fits someone with strong process awareness and a detail-oriented mindset.

You will troubleshoot variations related to gas, temperature, and material blends, record production data, and collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to resolve line issues.