Night Shift Extrusion Operator — 3rd Shift, OT Eligible

RTP Company; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

RTP Company in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The Machine Operator sets up and runs extrusion equipment to blend and package materials, following ISO standards and safety rules.

The role requires reading manuals, operating fast-paced equipment, lifting up to 60 lbs, and working an overnight shift with potential overtime on weekends. Training on 1st shift is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs regularly and stand for an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to pass a forklift test and a respirator fit test.
• Must be able to read, write and follow manuals and procedures.
• Willing to work overtime up to every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and operate machinery to mix, extrude, and package materials.
• Weigh ingredients to meet specifications and feed into machinery.
• Monitor production and equipment for safe, efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
• Package finished pelletized materials and maintain logs and data reports.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Operate/monitor equipment

Lift up to 60 lbs

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

RTP Company in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The Machine Operator sets up and runs extrusion equipment to blend and package materials, following ISO standards and safety rules.

The role requires reading manuals, operating fast-paced equipment, lifting up to 60 lbs, and working an overnight shift with potential overtime on weekends. Training on 1st shift is provided.