Operator - 1st and 2nd Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in River Falls, Wisconsin, is seeking an Operator to support daily manufacturing by operating extrusion and compounding equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, basic math and computer skills, and prior plastics manufacturing or extrusion experience is a plus. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, with standard Monday–Friday hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate extrusion and compounding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and follow production paperwork and quality standards.
• Prior plastics manufacturing or extrusion experience is a plus.
• Proactive in maintaining clean and organized work areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and compounding equipment, including start-up and shutdown.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and documentation for production runs.
• Troubleshoot machinery and resolve basic operating issues.
• Follow all quality standards, safety rules, and housekeeping procedures.
• Load/unload trucks and operate forklifts and material-handling equipment.
• Report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns to supervision.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety

Quality consciousness

Forklift operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Mathematics

Basic computer skills

Extrusion experience

Plastics manufacturing

Teamwork

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Operator – River Falls, Wisconsin

Pay: $20–$24/hr

Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday (4:00am - 12:30pm)
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday (11:30am - 8:00pm)

Summary Operators support daily manufacturing by operating extrusion and compounding equipment, maintaining quality and safety standards, and assisting across production as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for extrusion and compounding, including start‑up, shutdown, and cleaning.

• Prepare materials, equipment, and documentation for production.

• Troubleshoot machinery and resolve operating issues.

• Follow all quality standards, safety rules, and housekeeping procedures.

• Load/unload trucks and operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment.

• Report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns to supervision.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to safety and product quality.

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform bending, twisting, climbing, and prolonged standing.

• Strong math skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

• Basic computer skills and ability to work independently.

• Experience with forklifts/pallet jacks.

• Basic polymer knowledge preferred.

• Prior plastics manufacturing experience or a 2‑year technical degree; extrusion experience a plus.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

This job is located within the United States

Must be able to commute to River Falls, WI (not a remote role)

Relocation not available

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