Are you an experienced Extrusion Operator with a background in plastics manufacturing? MADICORP is currently recruiting skilled extrusion professionals for a contract assignment with a leading manufacturer specializing in custom color concentrates, engineered compounds, and specialty additives used in plastic products across a wide range of industries. If you have experience operating extrusion equipment and are committed to producing high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.
In this role, you'll set up and run extruders with an inline Gala underwater pelletizing function or a Stran pelletizing function to manufacture custom color concentrates, specialty additives, and engineered compounds used in a wide range of plastic products. You'll be responsible for setting up and monitoring extrusion processes, operating production equipment, troubleshooting process issues, performing quality checks, and ensuring every batch is produced safely, efficiently, and to exact customer specifications.
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MADICORP is a national staffing agency specializing in rapidly deploying skilled industrial professionals. With over 31 years of experience, we keep production moving at top manufacturers across the U.S. We provide relocation support, lodging, per diem, and competitive pay — you focus on your expertise while we handle logistics.
Why Join MADICORP?
- Nationwide Opportunities: Work with leading companies across manufacturing sectors.
- Temporary Relocation Support: Travel logistics, lodging, and per diem are coordinated and provided by MADI
- Competitive Pay: MADI offers competitive wages, with weekly hour guarantees (typically 60+ hours per week).
- Career Development: Expand your skills by working on critical projects at premier manufacturers with opportunities for advancement.
MADI Offers:
· $28.00 per hour
· Guarantee of 60 hours each week (expect to work more)
· Time and one half after 40 hrs. worked in a seven-day work period
· Weekly pay
· Paid airfare
· $45.00 daily Per Diem
· Paid lodging
Required Skills
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing/production preferred. Desired Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of materials, methods, equipment, machines, and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of production processes and techniques for effective manufacture of products.
- Knowledge of compound formulation and ability to evaluate color (Hue, Chroma, and Shade).
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing exceptional customer service, including customer needs assessment, quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, and procedures that promote safety for personnel and property.
- Fundamental knowledge of quality controls and continuous improvement applications.
- Knowledge and application of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
- Computer literate to include knowledge and application of information and data management systems, electronic equipment, and computer software (i.e., Microsoft Suite, Oracle).
- Prior Forklift certification.
Responsibilities
- Holds safety in the highest regard by making good safety decisions, following safety procedures, watching out for the safety of self and others, contributing to safety improvements, and participating in safety programs.
- Applies safety precautions by transporting materials, tools, and equipment without incident to work and storage areas using hoists, carts, dollies or other equipment.
- Starts the work process by checking the work assignment board for the campaign number to verify proper product identification and then pulling the work binder and labor sheet with specifications.
- Prepares work area for compound production by retrieving the color mix, selecting the correct die, screw, and cutting blade.
- Works with the team leader to determine machine setup by reviewing and following product specifications noted on the labor sheet(s).
- Sets up or changes over the extruder by setting the feed rate and temperature, entering the specification onto the extruder screen, attaching the correct die, and attaching the correct blade to the pelletizer.
- Sets up the extruder screen by entering the specification number, campaign number, and setting the water temperature for the Gala.
- Completes work order specifications by installing, replacing, and changing machine parts and attachments.
- Adds the color mix to the feeder by using a forklift to lift the color pot to the platform, and setting it in the proper slot.
- Produces compound samples according to specifications by using production equipment, devices, and instruments (i.e. extruders, scales, feeders, classifiers, pelletizers, dies, visual display units (VDU), dials, calibrators).
- Creates pellets, under the guidance of the team leader, by running the compound through the extruder to the pelletizer, through the Gala or cooling trough, through the sizing screens, and into a shipping container.
- Checks the quality of pellets, under the guidance of the team leader, by pressing a sample to ensure there is no ‘salt/pepper’ (light/dark) mix.
- Reprocesses pellets that do not meet color specifications (i.e., mix of light and dark pellets) by placing pellets into the tumbler to remix and re-run through the injection molded/extruder machine.
- Prepares product container for shipping by retrieving the correct type/size container (e.g., drums or totes) and printing the barcoded shipping label.
- Changes machine settings throughout the process, with the guidance of the team leader, by adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments using various types of settings and tools to assure product quality: recording changes on the labor sheet.
- Monitors the production process by troubleshooting problems or operational errors on the line that affect product quality and reports issues to the team leader.
- Makes adjustments and troubleshoots production errors (e.g. feed speed) by applying mathematical calculations.
- Completes process by updating the labor sheet with the final specifications, adding the specification sheet to the work binder, updating the work board, and finalizing the packaging by adding the shipping label to the container and placing the container in the shipping area.
- Prepares a report of product production by collecting and summarizing information and trends on the production checklist.
- Documents processing specifications and labor hours by entering information onto computer screens, in reports, forms, and/or logs.
- Finishes the production process by using a forklift to move completed material to shipping, updating the work board with the project status, and returning the work binder to its proper place on the shelf.
- Keeps machinery and mechanical equipment operational by performing preventive maintenance (i.e., check, clean, lubricate, adjustments/repairs) tasks on machines and equipment (i.e. extruder, mixer, feeders, pelletizers) with the guidance of the team leader.
- Conveys equipment problems to the team leader by documenting and sharing machine error messages or information obtained from visual inspections.
- Investigates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring, testing instruments, and notifying the team leader of potential problems.
- Cleans and prepares the extruder and die for processing new batches by tearing down machines, using hand tools, and cleaning solution or other equipment to remove the color compound from the extruder and its parts.
- Records machine performance of produced material by maintaining written documentation or logs of calibrations and speeds.
- Identifies machine and equipment requiring repair or maintenance by conveying the need to the team leader and maintenance.
- Informs the team leader and maintenance of repair needs by inspecting or testing damaged machine parts.
- Provides mechanical maintenance information by responding to management and maintenance questions or requests.
- Increases production efficiency and effectiveness by suggesting changes in working conditions and the use of equipment
- Promotes harmonious work relations by responding to inquiries, complaints, and requests in a timely and professional manner.
- Keeps work area clean and organized by collecting and discarding material, worn machine parts, and other refuse.
- Follows all quality system, safety protocols, and environmental tasks by safely operating equipment, wearing proper protective equipment (PPE), completing safety training, and contributing to established safety goals.
- Contributes to continuous improvement by participating on teams and assisting in the implementation of new ideas.
- Contributes to organization success by meeting team and company goals.
Job Types: Temporary, Contract, Full-time
Pay: $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Plastics extrusion: 5 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
