Plastic Extrusion Operator

Fusion Optix; Mishawum (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Optix in Woburn, MA is seeking an experienced extrusion professional to join our fast-paced production team. You will operate and maintain extrusion equipment to produce optical profiles and sheets from acrylic and polycarbonate, while ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The successful candidate will read work orders, document run data, perform basic maintenance, and contribute to continuous quality improvement. Strong Excel skills and hands-on craftsmanship are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating extrusion equipment.
• Focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Team player with presentation and leadership skills.
• College education related to plastics engineering a plus, though not essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain extrusion production equipment to make optical grade profiles, sheet and film products.
• Observe, adjust and document process parameters to meet specifications.
• Update logs, work orders and quality documentation for traceability.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and quality documents.

Skills

Extrusion ops

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

Team player

Education

Plastics engineering background (nice to have)

Job description

About Fusion Optix

Fusion Optix is a technology leader in optical materials and photonic components that power the next generation of LED lighting and display systems. We design and manufacture advanced optical films, diffusers, reflectors, and precision LED modules used in applications ranging from architectural lighting to medical devices and smart infrastructure.

As part of the 3LED Group, a growing family of U.S.-based lighting and photonics companies, Fusion Optix combines deep scientific expertise in optics and materials engineering with world-class in-house manufacturing capabilities. We are expanding our operations to support rapid growth across our customer base and product lines — and we are seeking an extrusion professional who shares our passion for precision, innovation, and performance.

The Role

• Exciting opportunity for an experienced, talented and ambitious extrusion professional to join a fast-paced and creative production team at the forefront of the global LED lighting revolution.
• You will perform a variety of tasks associated with the production and quality assurance of new optical components based upon profile, film and sheet extrusion processes.

A successful candidate will be able to do the following

• Set up, operate and maintain extrusion production equipment used to make optical grade profiles, sheet and film products from materials such as acrylic and polycarbonate.

This includes but is not limited to the following

• Starting up and shutting down of extrusion and ancillary equipment.
• Keeping the extruder fed with resin by conveying, drying, and accurately blending raw materials to the specified formulation.
• Changing of dies and preparing of equipment for production runs.
• Observing and adjusting equipment parameters to ensure proper optical, visual and mechanical characteristics.
• Updating daily production logs, work orders and quality documentation to capture run conditions, product characteristics and raw material batch information for traceability and quality control.
• Ability to accurately read work orders and quality documentation.
• Creating and filing of retains and first articles.
• Packaging and labeling of products for shipment or internal use.
• Interpret technical drawings and ensure compliance with quality management systems.
• Perform verification testing and confirm products meet operate to required specifications.
• Ensure all products are produced in a timely manner and in accordance with the production schedule.
• Perform basic maintenance on the extruder and ancillary equipment, including cleaning of the screw and die.
• Support company-wide continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Who You Are

• Practical hands-on skills with previous experience operating extrusion equipment.
• Focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• A team player with excellent general presentation and leadership skills.
• College education related to plastics engineering a plus, though not essential.

Why Join Fusion Optix

• Join a pioneering company in optics and advanced materials that is shaping the future of light.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team of optical scientists, engineers, and makers within a fully integrated U.S. manufacturing platform.
• Be part of 3LED Group, a fast-growing ecosystem of lighting and photonics companies that includes Xico Lighting, LEDdynamics, ProLuma, LEDSupply, and FlexGrid Systems.
• Competitive compensation, healthcare, 401(k), and career advancement opportunities within a dynamic and expanding organization.
• Make an impact — helping bring next-generation, high-performance, sustainable lighting technologies to life.

Location: Woburn, Massachusetts. Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site.