Extrusion operator

Job Description

Shift:Night
Schedule:7:00 PM – 7:00 AM; 2/2/3 schedule
Shift Premium:$1.00
Pay rate:$19.25/hr (Negotiable depending on experience)

Sealed Air is seeking an experiencedExtrusion Operatorto support plastic tubing and food packaging production in a regulated manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for candidates with extrusion, plastics, or food-grade manufacturing experience who are interested in long-term technical career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion production lines for barrier and non-barrier tubing
• Follow EHS, QMS, and SQF food safety standards
• Complete required safety and quality training
• Monitor line performance and manage multiple tasks
• Perform quality inspections using microscopes, micrometers, and gauges
• Adjust ICT and RDI systems to maintain specifications
• Troubleshoot alarms, defects, and downtime issues
• Document production, quality, and process data
• Support preventive maintenance activities
• Wear PPE and respond promptly to safety alerts
• Coordinate with quality, maintenance, and production teams

Other Requirements

• Assist Process Engineer, Maintenance, and Shift Supervisor in troubleshooting.
• Follow the production schedule as issued by production control.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and recycling practices in your work area .
• Complete all required computer and paperwork.
• Participate in scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities.
• Operation of motorized handling devices, including lift trucks, walk-behinds, core extractors, and electric pallet jacks.
• Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Personal Food Safety (PFS): Beard/Hair Net, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes. Also, wear any additional safety PPE as required.

Equipment & Technologies Used

• Plastic extrusion lines
• Inline Control Technologies (ICT)
• Resin Dispensing Units (RDI)
• Quality inspection tools (micrometers, microscopes, gauges)
• Production monitoring systems

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year experience in extrusion, plastics, or food packaging manufacturing
• Knowledge of food safety and SQF standards
• Experience with quality measurement tools
• Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills
• Basic computer proficiency (Windows, MS Office)
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Willingness to work overtime
• Strong safety awareness

Preferred:

• Plastic tubing or film extrusion
• Food-grade or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Inline inspection systems
• Resin handling and compounding
• Radiation safety certification
• Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement

Physical & Work Environment

• Night shift manufacturing operations
• Standing, lifting, and equipment monitoring
• Regulated food-grade environment
• Exposure to heat, resins, and machinery (PPE provided)

Benefits and Perks
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance