Polymer Blending and Extrusion Technician

Mural Industrial; Holden (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mural Industrial in Holden, MA is seeking an experienced blending and extrusion operator to join our team. You will set up and run blending and extrusion machinery, weigh materials to recipe specs, monitor the line, and document all activities during the shift.

This role requires 1+ year of related experience, the ability to lift 55 lbs, and basic computer skills with MS Office. Available for 2nd or 3rd shift with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in blending, mixing, extrusion or plastics/chemical manufacturing.
• Ability to set up/run production machinery and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Basic computer literacy; Microsoft Office at an intermediate level.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs and work in a dusty industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blending and extrusion machinery per procedures.
• Weigh raw materials to match recipes and verify components.
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues, and escalate as needed.
• Inspect output, collect lab samples, and document production logs.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with safety/EHS standards.

Skills

Blending

Extrusion

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your day at a glancePicture clocking in to a continuously running operation where precision matters. After donning PPE and reviewing your production orders, you’ll confirm the correct materials are staged, weigh ingredients to recipe spec, and ready the blending and extrusion lines for a smooth start-up. Throughout the shift, you’ll watch the process closely, make adjustments, and keep the line moving while documenting everything you do.About the workMural is partnering with a global specialty chemical and polymer manufacturer with facilities across Michigan, Massachusetts, and Ohio. This team produces polymer colorants and specialty additive materials used in automotive, packaging, appliance, and consumer product manufacturing. The role below is based in Holden, Massachusetts (Worcester County area).What you’ll handleSet up and operate blending and extrusion machinery in accordance with operating and safety proceduresWeigh raw materials to match the recipe; verify the right components are at your workstationMonitor running equipment, troubleshoot routine processing issues, and escalate when neededInspect finished output against quality standards; pull and submit lab samples when requiredComplete required system transactions, production logs, and related documentationClean machines and maintain housekeeping standards throughout the shiftFollow all safety, ISO, and EHS requirements; wear PPE at all timesWhat you bring1+ year of experience in blending, mixing, extrusion, or plastics/chemical manufacturingHands-on ability to set up and run production machinery with basic troubleshooting skillsBasic computer literacy for documentation; Microsoft Office at an intermediate levelComfort working in a chemical and dusty industrial environment; able to lift 55 lbs regularlyAvailable for 2nd shift; reliable transportation to Holden, MA (7 miles northwest of Worcester)High school diploma or GEDPay and scheduleCompetitive hourly rate. 2nd and 3rd shift. Holden, Massachusetts — Worcester County area.