Night Shift Extrusion Operator – Corrugated Plastic

SeaCa Plastic Packaging LLC; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Competitive pay (22–27 USD/hr)

Overtime

Annual cost‑of‑living increases

401k match

Job summary

SeaCa Plastics Packaging is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator to join our 24/7 production team in Surprise, AZ. You will set up and run extrusion machines to produce corrugated plastic sheets, monitor quality, and perform basic maintenance.

We value attention to detail, the ability to learn quickly, and the stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. On-the-job training will be provided; rotating shifts include nights and weekends with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical training in manufacturing or plastics processing is preferred.
• Experience: 1-3 years in plastic extrusion operations, ideally with sheet or film production; experience with corrugated or hollow profile extrusion is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Mechanical aptitude for machine operation and repairs; ability to read work orders, and product specifications; familiarity with extrusion software or controls. Ability to learn quickly in a fast‑paced environment, asking questions and escalating issues. Be able to manage multiple extrusion lines at the same time, showing prioritization, awareness, and ability to work under pressure.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving abilities, and physical stamina for standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and working in a noisy, warm environment. Ability to work in teams to accomplish tasks and hit production targets.
• Other: Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
• Schedule Requirements: willingness to work shifts, including nights or weekends, in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Machine Setup and Operation: Prepare extrusion equipment by loading raw materials (such as polypropylene pellets and additives), installing specialized dies for corrugated profiles, and adjusting settings like temperature, pressure, speed, and vacuum to meet product specifications for sheet thickness, width, and corrugation structure.
• Process Monitoring: Oversee the extrusion process, including melting the plastic, forming the hollow corrugated structure, and cooling the sheets. Make real‑time adjustments to optimize efficiency, product quality and minimize waste.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished sheets for defects such as inconsistencies in corrugation, bubbles, or dimensional inaccuracies. Use measuring tools to verify compliance with standards and perform tests on material properties.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Identify and record defects on equipment including broken or worn parts. Assist in basic operator preventative maintenance and cleaning tasks. Troubleshoot using adjustments to temperature, air, and vacuum to solve basic operating defects.
• Production Support: Handle downstream tasks such as cutting, stacking, or rolling sheets, maintaining production logs, and coordinating with team members to meet output goals.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow safety protocols, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensure the work area complies with environmental and regulatory standards, including proper handling of materials to avoid hazards.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Math skills

Stamina

Shift flexibility

Education

HS diploma / GED

Manufacturing training

Tools

Extrusion controls

Production software

Job description

SeaCa Plastics Packaging is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator to join our 24/7 production team in Surprise, AZ. You will set up and run extrusion machines to produce corrugated plastic sheets, monitor quality, and perform basic maintenance.

We value attention to detail, the ability to learn quickly, and the stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. On-the-job training will be provided; rotating shifts include nights and weekends with competitive pay and benefits.