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Extrusion Operator April 14, 2025

Located in Birmingham, AL

Pay: $17/hr

Here's What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like:

A day in the life of an extrusion operator is usually hands-on, structured, and fairly physical. They work with machines that shape materials—like plastics, metals, or rubber—into continuous profiles (think tubing, piping, sheets, or custom shapes)

Schedule & Pay:

FULL TIME; Mon-Fri 3pm-3am
Shift and schedule vary, one week will be 48 hours (OT) and one week will be 36 hours
Willingness to work overtime if needed, including weekends
$17/hr

Here's What Makes YOU a Great Fit:

Proficient with tape measures, feeler gauges, and dial indicator thickness gauges
Understands temperature set-points, RPMs, and line speeds (ft/min, m/min)
Experienced in setting up, starting, and running plastic extrusion machines
Maintains raw materials, keeps equipment clean, and performs basic maintenance
Monitors machine operations and HMI screens for defects or issues
Performs quality control tests and completes production reports
Assists with material grinding and recycling
Basic mechanical and computer skills
Detail-oriented, observant, and process-aware
Strong team player with good communication
Practices safe, organized work habits
Physically capable of standing for shifts, moving around equipment, and lifting 75+ lbs
Follows instructions well; drug-free and able to pass a background check
able to physically do the work and meet physical requirements
Must have reliable and timely transportation
Good work ethic; punctual & dependable; take pride in your work
Good teamwork and communication skills
Steel toed boots recommended but not required

Job Location: Birmingham

Birmingham (South), AL
3348
200 Cahaba Park Circle
Suite 130
Birmingham, AL 35242