Recycling Operator II: Extrusion & Process Specialist

Versatex; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Versatex is seeking a Recycling Operator II to operate and monitor extrusion and processing equipment in a fast-paced, 24/7 facility. The role requires independent troubleshooting, hands-on tuning of processing lines, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of extrusion experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work across Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of extrusion experience required; plastic extrusion experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience operating and troubleshooting industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with pulverizers, shredding, grinding, batching, plastics processing, or similar production equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Forklift and skid steer experience preferred; must be able to obtain and maintain company certifications.
• Ability to independently understand and follow SOPs, BOPs, LOTO procedures, and quality specifications.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and material transactions.
• Work schedule flexibility based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate, monitor, adjust, start up, and shut down assigned recycling and processing equipment.
• Operate pulverizer equipment and demonstrate understanding of equipment functionality and system flow.
• Operate and support extrusion, melt-blending, and pelletizing processes while monitoring equipment conditions, material flow, and process performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment and process issues; determine when maintenance support is required.
• Respond effectively to downtime and abnormal operating conditions to minimize production impact.
• Perform HD/LD material processing according to established specifications.
• Complete accurate batching and material staging and make adjustments based on production and quality requirements.
• Safely operate forklifts, skid steers, and other material-handling equipment.
• Monitor production and quality performance and make real-time process adjustments to maintain established standards.
• Independently perform required LOTO procedures and follow all plant safety and emergency response requirements.
• Maintain adherence to SOPs, BOPs, CTQ standards, and established process specifications.
• Complete required production, quality, batching, and equipment documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate effectively with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to identify and resolve equipment, material, and process concerns.
• Serve as a technical resource to Operator I employees and support training and cross-training as needed.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned equipment and processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, reliability, and production efficiency.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Forklift experience

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pulverizers

Shredding equipment

Grinding equipment

Batching equipment

Job description

Versatex is seeking a Recycling Operator II to operate and monitor extrusion and processing equipment in a fast-paced, 24/7 facility. The role requires independent troubleshooting, hands-on tuning of processing lines, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of extrusion experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work across Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams.