TFE Extruder Operator-Horizontal (2nd Shift)

Zeus Company Inc.; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Company Inc. in Aiken, SC is seeking a TFE Extruder Operator-Horizontal (2nd Shift) to operate and monitor an extrusion line. The role involves troubleshooting, following orders, and ensuring material quality and process documentation.

Responsibilities include loading tooling, running one machine, maintaining wall thickness, performing visual inspections, and upholding safety and housekeeping standards. Candidates must lift up to 50 lbs, follow instructions, and meet WorkKeys requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and adapt to different situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively; push/pull ~11 lbs; walk stairs.
• Ability to perform visual inspections for cosmetic defects and color differentiation.
• Basic math skills and ability to read/write legibly.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential for production objectives.
• Physical Demands per HR documentation.
• Must Meet WorkKeys/WIN requirements (Reading Level 3, Math Level 4).

Responsibilities

• Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime.
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card.
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing.
• Operate only one machine.
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition.
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good communications within the department.

Skills

Oral & Written Instructions

Basic Math

Read & Write Legibly

Lifting 50 lbs

Visual Inspection

WorkKeys Reading 3

WorkKeys Math 4

Attendance & Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TFE Extruder Operator-Horizontal (2nd Shift)

AIKEN, SC, United States

Job Description

Job Summary

The TFE Operator will be responsible for machine operation. This would include troubleshooting, documentation, and quality of material.

Responsibilities

• Install proper tooling, load, run and monitor extruder with minimum downtime.
• Make pre-forms out of resin as specified on order card.
• Measure and maintain correct wall thickness of tubing.
• Operator only runs one machine.
• Keep tooling and machines in good working condition.
• Polish and straighten tooling on lathe.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good communications within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively; push/ pull approximately 11lbs., walk up and down stairs.
• The employee must have the ability to perform inspection functions such as visual inspection to detect cosmetic defects and color differentiation of products.
• Must have basic mathematical skills including addition subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals. Must be able to read and write legibly.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet our production objectives.
• Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR
• Must Meet WorkKeys/WIN Requirements (Level 3 for Reading & Level 4 for Math)

Job Info

• Job Identification 2163
• Job Category Production / Manufacturing Operations
• Posting Date 07/08/2026, 04:16 PM
• Job Schedule Full time