Plastic Extrusion Operator — 12-Hour Shifts, $21.50/hr

Kelly Services

False Pass (AK)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Education & health benefits
Industry-leading technology
Long-term benefits

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Machine Operator to support a premier manufacturing client in Kutztown, PA. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and a rotating 7 P to 7 A shift (2/2/3).

You will handle extrusion-related packaging tasks, testing, and light maintenance while contributing to a safety‑driven, team‑oriented environment. The position emphasizes accuracy with measurements, math skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to read metric tape measures.
  • Basic math skills required.
  • Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs repeatedly and standing for long shifts.
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Receive finished plastic sheeting from the extruder and stack pallets.
  • Mark sheet counts and replace rolls of tape, protective covering, barcodes, and other materials.
  • Perform light transmission and product control tests and make corrections as needed.
  • Conduct length/width and pallet changes, silo setup, and handling of raw materials.
  • Assist with color changes, basic machine maintenance, startup/shutdown procedures, and thickness changes.
  • Complete yellow tagging procedures and documentation.
  • Carry out other duties as directed.

Skills

Read tape measures
Math proficiency
Team player
Physical stamina

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking a Machine Operator to support a premier manufacturing client in Kutztown, PA. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and a rotating 7 P to 7 A shift (2/2/3).

You will handle extrusion-related packaging tasks, testing, and light maintenance while contributing to a safety‑driven, team‑oriented environment. The position emphasizes accuracy with measurements, math skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

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