Lead Extrusion Tech

Lead Extrusion Technician

I. POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Lead Extrusion Technician coordinates production activities under the direction of the Plant Manager. This position directs and monitors daily operations, troubleshoots equipment setup and operating issues, and ensures production meets established quality and output standards.

The Lead Extrusion Technician must communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with team members, production personnel, other departments, and the Plant Manager. Key responsibilities include supporting safety, quality, cost control, and on-time delivery while promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.

II. QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Prior hands-on blown film extrusion experience is required for consideration. This is a mandatory qualification; applicants without blown film experience will not be considered.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple activities to meet production needs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete tasks accurately.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to direct and manage employees during an assigned shift.
• Ability to communicate instructions, production updates, and concerns clearly and promptly to team members, production personnel, and the Plant Manager.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and procedures and participate in ongoing training.

Preferred

• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
• Experience training, coaching, or mentoring employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of third-party audits and audit procedures.

III. TRAINING

The Lead Extrusion Technician will receive training on plant-specific safety requirements, equipment operation, quality testing procedures, production documentation, AS400, materials, and housekeeping standards.

Training will also cover applicable equipment, including extruders, bag machines, winders, resin pumps, printing presses, and forklifts. The employee must actively participate in training and demonstrate a willingness to expand their knowledge and skills. Plant-specific training builds on the required blown film experience.

IV. AUTHORITY / DECISION-MAKING

The Lead Extrusion Technician is authorized to make departmental and shift-related decisions within the scope established by the Plant Manager and/or Supervisor. Production, safety, quality, equipment, and staffing concerns must be communicated promptly to the appropriate manager.

V. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

A. JOB TASKS & DUTIES

• Follow and reinforce all safety precautions, policies, and regulations. Promptly report hazards and unsafe working conditions and actively participate in safety meetings.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with team members, other shifts, production personnel, other departments, and the Plant Manager to support smooth operations and shift transitions.
• Coordinate the efficient and effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment to meet production goals.
• Set up, adjust, and operate production equipment as required.
• Ensure manufactured products meet or exceed established quality specifications.
• Monitor production efficiency, maximize machine output, and address issues affecting performance.
• Instruct, train, and coach employees on safe work practices, equipment operation, quality requirements, and production procedures.
• Complete all required daily paperwork and production records accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized manufacturing area free of potential hazards.
• Perform routine checks to verify resin materials, machine settings, and operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues and perform minor maintenance within the scope of training and authorization.
• Recommend improvements to equipment, processes, safety, quality, and overall production efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

B. MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE

• Microsoft Office
• AS400
• Blown film extruders
• Winders
• Resin conveying systems
• Hand tools
• COF slide angle
• Microgauge
• Opacity meter
• Gram scale
• Forklift
• Pallet jack
• Box cutter
• Stretch wrapper
• Tape gun

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Blown film extrusion: 1 year (Required)
• Extrusion Operator: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25