Extruder OperatorSaint-Gobain

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Are you looking to build a career with a company that values craftsmanship, quality, continuous improvement and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer for 11 consecutive years?
Join our team in Akron, where we proudly manufacture high-quality tubing that supports critical applications across multiple business units. As an Extruder Operator, you'll become a key player in an ISO-certified facility that believes in teamwork, safety, and professional growth.
We're looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who are excited to grow with us --and who enjoy the challenge of precision manufacturing. If you take pride in producing high-quality products and want to be part of a strong team environment, we'd love to meet you.
· Set up, operate, and adjust extrusion lines (extruders, dies, pins, screws, and downstream equipment) to produce tubing safely and efficiently to specification.
· Monitor product quality by performing routine inspections --checking size, clarity, gels, and surface conditions using calipers, gauges, and SPC tools --and adjusting as needed.
· Manage materials and equipment, including filling hoppers, securing tooling for upcoming runs, cleaning/returning equipment, and reporting any equipment issues or scrap.
· Complete documentation and labeling, such as production records, setup charts, quality checks, packaging labels, and any required ISO or 5S paperwork.
· Maintain a clean, organized work area while supporting team members, providing break coverage, and participating in continuous improvement and lean/WCM initiatives.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Available to work Second Shift (4:00PM - 12:00AM) or Third Shift (12:00 AM - 8:00 AM) because seniority determines shift preference.
· Starting Rate: $22.27/hour plus Shift Diff: $0.75/hour
· Mechanical Aptitude: The ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot production machinery is critical for safe and efficient extrusion performance.
· Attention to Detail: Operators must monitor dimensions, identify imperfections, and catch quality issues quickly to maintain tight tolerances and reduce scrap.
· Problem-Solving Skills: When extrusion lines drift out of spec, an operator needs to diagnose issues --material, tooling, temperature, speed, equipment --and correct them swiftly.
· Strong Work Ethic & Reliability: Consistent attendance, timely setups, supporting team coverage, and keeping production flowing are vital on 2nd and 3rd shift operations.
· Communication & Teamwork: Sharing information with supervisors, collaborating during changeovers, giving breaks, and documenting production accurately all require clear communication.
· Adaptability & Flexibility: Extrusion conditions can change quickly (material variation, tooling issues, priority shifts), and operators need to adjust efficiently without losing focus.
· Situational Awareness: Operators must stay alert to equipment behavior, safety risks, line changes, and visual cues. This is essential in a role that involves hot materials, moving machinery, and quality checkpoints.
· Time Management: Balancing setups, quality checks, documentation, and production flow require strong prioritization skills, especially on 2nd/3rd shift where resources may be leaner.
· Accountability & Ownership: Operators who take pride in their line, their product quality, and their documentation tend to excel and support a strong manufacturing culture.
· Positive Attitude & Willingness to Learn: The best operators stay curious, ask questions, engage in continuous improvement, and contribute to problem-solving rather than just reacting.