Lead Extrusion Operator - Process & Quality Specialist

TekniPlex; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TekniPlex is seeking an experienced Extruder Helper/Assistant to join our manufacturing team in Winston-Salem, NC. You will support extrusion operations, monitor product quality, and assist with maintenance and changeovers to ensure efficient output.

The role requires completing Reading & Math, IVO certification, JSA and GMP familiarity, and the ability to supervise crew activities while upholding safety standards and SOP/MOP procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and perform basic math.
• IVO certification training completed (Industrial Vehicle Operator).
• JSA reading (Job Safety and Health Analysis) completed.
• GMP knowledge (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Capable of performing all tasks of an extruder helper and assistant.
• Capable of directing crew activities and monitoring performance.
• Able to interpret lab data and adjust processes accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Capable of performing all the tasks of an extruder helper and assistant.
• Capable of directing the activities of his/her crew.
• Monitor product quality, process parameters, and crew performance.
• Disassemble and clean extrusion die.
• Changeover machine and select the proper web path and materials based on production order.
• Assist maintenance with routine machine repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Quality monitoring

Lab data interpretation

Process adjustment

Strobe inspection

Viscosity control

Process parameter setting

Basic keyboarding

Tools

Mainframe

Lotus Notes

Job description

TekniPlex is seeking an experienced Extruder Helper/Assistant to join our manufacturing team in Winston-Salem, NC. You will support extrusion operations, monitor product quality, and assist with maintenance and changeovers to ensure efficient output.

The role requires completing Reading & Math, IVO certification, JSA and GMP familiarity, and the ability to supervise crew activities while upholding safety standards and SOP/MOP procedures.