Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator

Sustainable Staffing Inc.; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Staffing Inc. is seeking a Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator in Delavan, Wisconsin. This full-time role involves setting up and operating extrusion equipment to manufacture small plastic tubing, with duties including packaging and forklift material handling.

The position requires attention to detail, the ability to read blueprints, and basic math skills. Shift is second shift, Tue-Fri, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with safety-first practices in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Able to read blueprints and work from production orders.
• Proficient with calipers/micrometers for precise tube dimensions.
• Experience operating plastic extrusion or similar manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust extrusion machines to produce small tubing as specified.
• Measure tube dimensions to ensure exact diameter and wall thickness.
• Package finished tubes and prepare for shipment (cut, coil, bundle, box).
• Move materials and finished goods using a forklift; maintain safe storage areas.
• Perform basic maintenance and keep a clean, organized workstation.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Math literacy

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Calipers

Micrometer

Job description

Job Position: Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator

Location: Delavan, WI 53115

Pay Rate: $17.10/hr+ $1.00/hr shift premium

Shift: 2nd shift, Tue-Fri, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Description: We are seeking detail-oriented Plastic Extrusion Machine Operators for full-time, permanent career opportunities. In this dual role, you will set up, operate, and maintain extrusion machinery to manufacture high-quality small plastic tubing. You will also handle product packaging and safely operate a forklift to move materials throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up, run, and adjust plastic extrusion machines to produce small tubing according to technical specifications.
• Quality Control: Measure tube dimensions using calipers and micrometers to ensure exact diameter and wall thickness.
• Packaging: Cut, coil, bundle, and box finished plastic tubes securely for shipment.
• Material Handling: Operate a forklift to move raw materials to the production line and transport finished goods to storage bays.
• Maintenance: Clean machinery, perform basic troubleshooting, and maintain a safe, organized workstation.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience operating plastic extrusion machinery or similar manufacturing equipment.
• Licensing: Prior forklift operator experience and the ability to become forklift certified
• Skills: Ability to read blueprints, add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers and decimals. Ability to follow technical production orders, and use precise measuring tools.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

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