Senior Plastics Extrusion Operator - 1st Shift (12h)

Atkore International Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance (STD)

Disability insurance (LTD)

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Leave under law

Job summary

Atkore is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator III for the 1st shift in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on changeovers, measuring dimensions, and ensuring quality in a busy plastics extrusion environment.

You will read production schedules, perform start-ups, adjust controls to specified diameters, and record hourly readings. The position requires 5–8 years of extrusion experience and the ability to work 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Extrusion experience in plastics manufacturing is required.
• 5-8 years extrusion experience with Milacron and Cincinnati machines.
• Strong quantitative skills and knowledge of measuring tools.
• Able to get lines within specification and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow the production schedule.
• Perform changeovers and start-ups on pipes.
• Adjust controls to meet measurements and record hourly readings.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine and PLC-related equipment.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Measuring tools

Troubleshooting

12-hour shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Milacron machines

Cincinnati machines

Job description

Atkore is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator III for the 1st shift in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on changeovers, measuring dimensions, and ensuring quality in a busy plastics extrusion environment.

You will read production schedules, perform start-ups, adjust controls to specified diameters, and record hourly readings. The position requires 5–8 years of extrusion experience and the ability to work 12-hour shifts.