Night-Shift Thermoplastic Extrusion Operator

RTP Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

RTP Company, a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics, seeks an extrusion operator in Fort Worth, Texas. You will set up and monitor thermoplastic extrusion equipment to blend, mix, package, and transport materials to produce customer products.

The role requires following standardized operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO standards, with a Sunday-Thursday night shift. Basic reading of manuals, ability to lift 60 lbs, and a dedication to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred forklift experience
• Preferred previous manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and operate machinery to mix, extrude, discharge, or handle materials according to operating procedures ensuring strands of material are continuous and ensure all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures and ISO standards.
• Weigh ingredients to meet specifications and insert into machinery, or ensures the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area and insert pre-blended materials into machinery.
• Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
• Examines material visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
• Transfer samples of materials to the lab for evaluation and follow instructions on any batch adjustments if needed.

Skills

Operate equipment

Read manuals

English literacy

Overtime willingness

Attendance reliability

Safety compliance

Lift up to 60 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

RTP Company, a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics, seeks an extrusion operator in Fort Worth, Texas. You will set up and monitor thermoplastic extrusion equipment to blend, mix, package, and transport materials to produce customer products.

The role requires following standardized operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO standards, with a Sunday-Thursday night shift. Basic reading of manuals, ability to lift 60 lbs, and a dedication to quality are essential.