Manufacturing Extrusion Operator

Luttrell Staffing Group; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Insurance options

Full-time

Temp-to-Hire

Bonus for perfect attendance

Job summary

Luttrell Staffing Group is hiring a Manufacturing Extrusion Operator in Boones Creek, TN. The role offers $21 per hour plus a $1.50 per hour attendance bonus, with full-time or temp-to-hire options. Work largely indoors with variations in temperature, noise, and dust, including occasional third shift.

The operator will maintain melt spun equipment, perform setup, inspections, and safety procedures while documenting production and maintaining ISO 9001:2015 compliance. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; at least one year of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic computer, communication, reading, writing, and math skills, including calculations and percentages.
• Good hand coordination and dexterity.
• Ability to stand for duration of shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain melt spun equipment for man-made fiber production.
• Identify, assemble, disassemble, clean, and service spinning machine components, packs, extruders, godet rolls, finish systems, winders, dryers, and related parts.
• Set up extruders and finish solutions to product and quality specifications.
• Use suction tools, instrumentation panels, and quality testing equipment to start, string, doff, test, and verify process conditions.
• Perform prep work, machine presetting, routine checks, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance to keep equipment within tolerance.
• Inspect and test materials to ensure denier and quality requirements are met.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Dexterity

Reading & writing

Math skills

Physical endurance

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you have extrusion operation experience? Luttrell Staffing Group is currently hiring Manufacturing Extrusion Operator positions in Boones Creek, TN.

Details for Manufacturing Extrusion Operator Position: $21 / Hour (Based on Shift) + $1.50 / Hour Bonus for Perfect AttendanceFull-Time | Temp-to-Hire Fast Start Date Weekly Pay Insurance Options Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumesWork Occasionally Outside 3rd shift (11p-7:30a)

Job Duties for Manufacturing Extrusion Operator Position: Operate and maintain melt spun equipment for man-made fiber productionIdentify, assemble, disassemble, clean, and service spinning machine components, packs, extruders, godet rolls, finish systems, winders, dryers, and related partsSet up extruders and finish solutions to product and quality specificationsUse suction tools, instrumentation panels, and quality testing equipment to start, string, doff, test, and verify process conditionsPerform prep work, machine presetting, routine checks, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance to keep equipment within toleranceInspect and test materials to ensure denier and quality requirements are metFollow safety rules, wear required PPE, and identify potential equipment hazardsEnter maintenance requests and communicate repair needs to maintenance personnel and supervisorsWork closely with Quality to confirm materials meet specifications and follow ISO 9001:2015 procedures, work instructions, and test methodsAccurately record production, consumption, and process changes each shiftMaintain a clean, organized work area to prevent contamination and support safe operationsComplete required training and safety programs and assist in other departments as neededFollow all company policies and safety procedures in place Complete any other related tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Desired Skills for Manufacturing Extrusion Operator Position: High school diploma or equivalent; at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experienceStrong mechanical aptitude with basic computer, communication, reading, writing, and math skills, including calculations and percentagesGood hand coordination and dexterityAbility to stand forduration ofshiftAbility tolift upto 50lbs

We are an equal-opportunity employer.