Plastic Extrusion Operator - 1st Shift, Growth & Benefits

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Continuing education reimbursement

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance plans

Job summary

Grain & Protein Technologies in Taylorville, IL is seeking a Machine Operator on 1st shift to operate extrusion equipment and support downstream packaging. You will follow detailed instructions to ensure product accuracy, inspect parts for defects, and adjust as needed to maintain process efficiency.

The role requires reading and understanding technical documents, basic math, and safe operation of cranes and forklifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous machine operator experience preferred, plastic extrusion equipment highly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Read, write and perform basic math.
• Able to operate overhead crane and sit-down forklift.
• Lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; follow precise instructions.
• Good communication across teams and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, adjust, program, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on extrusion equipment.
• Produce material to specification from job order and document production data.
• Utilize quality checks to ensure correct sequencing and product standards.
• Comply with Lean and Quality Management systems.
• Monitor machines to ensure smooth operation and troubleshoot issues.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Mathematics

Overhead crane

Forklift operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Diameter tape

Tape measure

Go/No-Go gauges

Bander

Sawzall

Job description

Grain & Protein Technologies in Taylorville, IL is seeking a Machine Operator on 1st shift to operate extrusion equipment and support downstream packaging. You will follow detailed instructions to ensure product accuracy, inspect parts for defects, and adjust as needed to maintain process efficiency.

The role requires reading and understanding technical documents, basic math, and safe operation of cranes and forklifts.