What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extrusion Operator position at CPT, Inc.?
Job Title: Extrusion Operator
Location: 3706 Enterprise Drive, Janesville, WI 53546
Job Type: Full Time
Reports to: Extrusion Manager
Job Summary
The Extrusion Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of extrusion equipment within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures that production standards are met, materials are handled properly, and all quality and safety protocols are consistently followed.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and troubleshoot extrusion equipment, including the winder and edge-trim grinder, to maintain smooth, reliable operation
- Document shift activities to ensure clear communication and operational continuity
- Safely operate machines to meet standards for waste reduction, product quality, efficiency, and utilization
- Complete all required production and downtime paperwork accurately and on time
- Identify product defects and follow the chain of command for resolution
- Follow housekeeping, 5S, food safety, and safety procedures to maintain a clean and compliant workspace
- Support changeovers, startups, and basic line operations
- Collect, label, and store retains to ensure traceability
- Perform routine visual quality checks, including twice-per-shift EVOH verification
- Package finished products per quality and safety standards
- Follow TRA documents, safety rules, and PPE requirements
- Perform necessary material-handling tasks to support safe, efficient production flow
- Carry out other assigned duties supporting production needs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic math, reading, writing, and communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, positive, and team-oriented
- Basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Manufacturing and forklift experience
- Smartphone for timekeeping
- Ability to read tape measures (standard/metric)
Physical Demands
- Perform manual labor (lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching overhead)
- Stand for a 12-hour shift; use hands/fingers for object handling
- Strong hand-eye coordination; lift 50 lbs. regularly; repetitive tasks
- Clear visual acuity and dexterity needed for repetitive inspection and packing tasks
- Able to see clearly to safely operate forklifts and repeatedly mount/dismount a forklift throughout a shift
Working Conditions
- Exposure to loud noise (hearing protection required)
- Seasonal temperature changes
- PPE required for certain tasks
- Safety toe footwear is required on the production floor.
- Food-grade environment requiring hygiene standards
- Work near forklifts
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Holiday and paid time off
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
- Collaborative and innovative team environment
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you previously been employed by CPT GO-Green?
Ability to Commute:
- Janesville, WI 53546 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20