Machine & Extrusion Operator

Cardinal Staffing Services; Waterville Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Electronic weekly pay

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Employee advocacy & job support

EAP

Job summary

Cardinal Staffing Services is hiring an Extrusion Process Operator for a plastic manufacturer in Waterville, OH. The role involves operating extrusion machinery, manual labor, and standing for the shift. Overtime is available and a benefits package is provided.

Shifts include 1st, 2nd and 3rd, Monday–Friday, with competitive pay ($18–$19.50) and health insurance options. This position is temp-to-hire through Cardinal Staffing Services, a Surestaff Company.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience, preferably machine operation in plastics.
• High attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Good communication, problem-solving and sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture plastic parts/pieces on the line.
• Meet daily production goals for output.
• Operate extrusion machinery on the line.
• Use hand tools safely and follow all safety protocols.
• Perform quality inspections of products.

Skills

Machine operation

Reading tape measure

Safety/compliance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Overtime readiness

Job description

Cardinal Staffing Services, is hiring Extrusion Process Machine Operators for a plastic manufacturer in Waterville, OH.

As an Extrusion Process Operator you will work in a clean fast-paced manufacturing environment and be involved in all aspects of the manufacturing process. Extrusion Process Operators are required to perform a variety of tasks that require machine operation, manual labor and use of tools, machinery, and equipment. The position entails heavy lifting and standing on your feet the entire shift. Cardinal Staffing Services, is invested in their team members! All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($18- $19.50) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision). Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.

Available shifts include:

• 1st shift: Monday- Friday 6:45am- 3:15pm
• 2nd shift: Monday- Friday 2:45pm- 11:15pm
• 3rd shift: Monday- Friday 10:45pm- 7:15am

Overtime is available on a first come, first serve basis.

Responsibilities of the Extrusion Process Operator

• Manufacturing plastic parts/pieces.
• Meeting production daily goals for output.
• Machine operation on the line.
• Proper use of hand tools and following all safety protocols.
• Quality inspection of products.

Required Qualifications of the Production Worker

• Previous manufacturing experience, preferably machine operation in a plastics facility, extrusion experience a plus.
• High attention to detail and safety/compliance.
• Demonstrate good communication skills, problem-solving skills, and sound judgement.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to read a tape measure required.

About Cardinal Staffing

At Cardinal Staffing, a Surestaff Company, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle.

Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.

Cardinal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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