Plastic Extrusion & Mixing Technician

Aapstaff; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aapstaff is seeking a Mixer/Extruder Operator to support the production line in Broadview, IL. The role focuses on operating mixers and extruders, weighing and blending ingredients, and ensuring product quality through routine tests and documentation.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, performing maintenance, handling materials, packaging products, and maintaining safety with PPE. Prior experience in a plastic manufacturing environment and forklift operation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide) with weights and measures.
• Ability to identify and solve basic problems and report to supervisor.
• Flexible, organized, detail oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic extrusion and mixing equipment, including setup, troubleshooting, adjustment, and QC tests.
• Weigh and mix ingredients.
• Handle materials and fill bins/hoppers with ingredients.
• Weigh and package finished products.
• Clean work area and machines.
• Operate forklift and Aerial Platform Lift as needed.
• Run auxiliary equipment like scales, driers, blenders, pumps, classifiers, conveyors and injection molders.
• Assist in training others and maintain product quality checks.

Skills

English literacy

Basic math

Problem solving

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

1-2 years manufacturing

Forklift experience

Lockout/tagout familiarity

Batch blending experience

Tools

Forklift truck

Scales

Driers

Blenders

Pumps

Classifiers

Conveyors

Injection molders

Job description

Aapstaff is seeking a Mixer/Extruder Operator to support the production line in Broadview, IL. The role focuses on operating mixers and extruders, weighing and blending ingredients, and ensuring product quality through routine tests and documentation.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, performing maintenance, handling materials, packaging products, and maintaining safety with PPE. Prior experience in a plastic manufacturing environment and forklift operation are preferred.