Silicone Extrusion Technician – 2nd Shift

NextDeavor; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDeavor in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Silicone Extrusion Operator to operate and set up extrusion equipment for quality hose production. This full-time, 2nd shift role runs 3:30 PM–11:30 PM, Monday–Friday, onsite to support production goals.

You will collaborate with maintenance and leads, monitor tolerances, document process data, and uphold safety and 5S standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• 1+ year of manufacturing facility experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic specifications and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedule and plan daily duties to meet output.
• Mill silicone per specification and prepare hose for extrusion.
• Set up extruders for vertical, horizontal, and manual wrap configurations.
• Cut and send test samples to the lab and record quality data.
• Measure outer diameter and wall thickness; verify tolerances.
• Provide reels to Hose Coiling for inspection.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Basic computer skills

Hand tools

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

NextDeavor in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Silicone Extrusion Operator to operate and set up extrusion equipment for quality hose production. This full-time, 2nd shift role runs 3:30 PM–11:30 PM, Monday–Friday, onsite to support production goals.

You will collaborate with maintenance and leads, monitor tolerances, document process data, and uphold safety and 5S standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.