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Extrusion Operator

CPT, Inc.
Janesville, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Extrusion Operator

**Pay based on experience, starting at $18.00

Elevate your career with CPT Go-Green. Be a part of a company that thrives on innovation. We’re a dynamic team of problem solvers and forward-thinkers. We are innovating tomorrow, today. Be a part of operating state of the art extrusion lines in a temperature controlled, clean environment.

Extrusion Technician Requirements:

  • Minimum two years of sheet extrusion experience preferably running PP (Polypropylene) sheet for thermoforming applications.
  • Knowledge of adjusting the extrusion process including:
  • Manipulating die bolts to make sheet gauge adjustments.
  • Making extrusion process adjustments to control sheet gauge, width, and finish.
  • Operation and adjustment of the pull rolls and sheet winder.
  • In process screen changes.
  • Material and color changes
  • Ability to use machines and tools used in the extrusion process.
  • Familiarity with GMP’s
  • Able to read and understand work instructions, perform basic math computations, and computer data entry.
  • Demonstrate problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
  • Lift 50lbs
  • Walk and stand during the entire shift.
  • Detect quality defects.
  • Work in a manufacturing environment

Extrusion Technician Job Duties:

  • Set extruder operating parameters.
  • Inspect the quality and correct any defects in the sheet.
  • Effective communication to team and supervision about line and product performance
  • Work with departmental customers to improve material and process quality.
  • Coordinate with team members line changes, startups, shutdowns, and cleanings.
  • Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and dimensions.
  • Reviews extrusion schedule or instructions to determine materials, ingredients, procedures, components, settings, and adjustments for extruding plastic sheet.
  • Examine, measure and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as micrometers or scales.
  • Record and maintain production data.
  • Move materials, supplies, components, and finished product.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and production issues.
  • Assist with extrusion maintenance.

2-2-3 Shift schedule/hours (Work week is Sunday through Saturday) :

  • Week One - Off Sunday, Work: Monday & Tuesday – Off: Wednesday & Thursday – Work: Friday & Saturday
  • Week Two - Work Sunday, Off Monday & Tuesday – Work: Wednesday & Thursday – Off: Friday and Saturday
  • 12-hour shifts (Days - 6:45am – 7:00pm) (Nights – 6:45pm – 7:00am)

Compensation:

  • Wage will be based on experience and knowledge presented.
  • Note: $2.00 night shift differential

About the Company:

CPT Plastics, headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin was established in 2001, fueled by the founder’s entrepreneurial spirit and passion to pioneer green thermoforming capabilities. Several products and patents later, CPT’s Go Green trays are used for a wide range of food packaging applications. Go Green trays have a reduced carbon footprint compared to conventional thermoforming without compromising functionality, creativity, and performance. We invite people to join our team who want to grow their career, while we grow our company.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 – 48.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) 3% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Janesville, WI 53546 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22

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