Supervisor Extrusion - Night Shift

VEKA Group; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

VEKA Group in Reno, NV seeks an extrusion operator/technician to oversee the production floor, troubleshoot the extrusion process and guide staff to meet quality standards.

You will work with the Superintendent to maintain staffing, ensure safe operations, coordinate with Quality Assurance, and handle routine admin tasks while supporting overall production goals.

This is a hands-on, unionized manufacturing environment offering steady hours and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• GED or high school education required.
• Five years extrusion experience or manufacturing experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of extrusion processes and related machining.
• Strong problem solving, planning, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe operation of the entire production floor with the Superintendent.
• Maintain staffing levels to meet the production schedule.
• Provide supervision and direction to all extrusion machine staff.
• Troubleshoot machine and tooling issues and report to maintenance.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure housekeeping and safety standards are maintained.
• Coordinate with the Production and Plant Management teams on material availability for extrusion.
• Fill in for Supervisors or Extrusion Technicians during vacations or absences.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical ability

Communication skills

Planning & organizing

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Oversee the operation and troubleshoot the extrusion process of the production equipment and personnel to established standards. These standards enable us to provide a quality product/service to ensure our customer’s satisfaction.

*PAY RATE: $28-$32 DOE

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Collectively with the Superintendent oversee the safe operation of the entire production floor.
• Maintain proper staffing levels to enable the execution of the production schedule.
• Provide supervision, technical support and direction to all employees assigned to the machine group.
• Periodically perform line checks.
• Follows company procedures and enforce company regulations.
• Work with Quality Assurance Department to resolve quality issues.
• Coordinate with the Compounding Department and Plant Management to ensure material is available for extrusion.
• Report breakdowns and equipment problems to the Shift Maintenance.
• Direct housekeeping efforts to maintain work area clean and hazard free
• Enforce material packaging standards and scrap segregation requirements.
• Receive and direct in-coming phone calls during non-business hours.
• Perform routine administrative duties
• Troubleshoot tooling and machine problems and provide feedback to Production Superintendent
• Coordinate with Fine Tuning any fine-tuning adjustments needed to correct profile deficiencies or instability.
• Fill in for Supervisors or Extrusion Technicians on vacation or absences with other Supervisors.
• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: In-depth knowledge of the extrusion process, familiarity with machining processes, Mechanical Aptitude, Mathematical ability, Judgement, Planning, Organizing, Controlling, Oral and Written Communication, Courage to Act, Ability to Delegate, Working Under Pressure, Motivating Employees, Drive & Initiative, Flexibility, Tact & Diplomacy, Accuracy, and Timeliness, Basic Computer Skills a plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GED, High School Education, previous Manufacturing experience, or five (5) years experience Extrusion Operator/Technician.

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Qualifications

Experience

Required

2 years:

2 years: Extrusion Experience?

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