Senior Plastic Extrusion Technician: Optimize Profiles & Quality

IPS Corporation; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Corporation in Fontana, CA is seeking a Sr. Plastic Extrusion Technician to operate and monitor extrusion equipment, producing high-quality profiles, tubing, pipe and sheets.

You will troubleshoot process variations, perform in-process quality checks, adjust temperatures and speeds, and maintain logs and 5S standards while supporting continuous improvement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic ERP/MRP systems is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion equipment.
• Knowledge of extrusion process principles and resin behavior.
• Ability to read process sheets, instructions and technical drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and use of hand tools and measurement instruments.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize extrusion processes for quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot extrusion issues and set up/down equipment.
• Perform material handling and blend formulations as required.
• Conduct in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, laser gauges.
• Complete production logs, quality records, and shift reports.
• Maintain 5S and clean, organized work area.
• Assist process optimization and scrap reduction.

Skills

Extrusion knowledge

Technical reading

Measurement tools

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in plastics/manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Laser gauges

ERP/MRP basics

Microsoft Office

Job description

IPS Corporation in Fontana, CA is seeking a Sr. Plastic Extrusion Technician to operate and monitor extrusion equipment, producing high-quality profiles, tubing, pipe and sheets.

You will troubleshoot process variations, perform in-process quality checks, adjust temperatures and speeds, and maintain logs and 5S standards while supporting continuous improvement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic ERP/MRP systems is expected.