WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Are you looking to build a career with a company that values craftsmanship, quality, continuous improvement and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer for 11 consecutive years?
Join our team in Akron, where we proudly manufacture high‑quality tubing that supports critical applications across multiple business units. As an Extruder Operator, you’ll become a key player in an ISO‑certified facility that believes in teamwork, safety, and professional growth.
We’re looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who are excited to grow with us—and who enjoy the challenge of precision manufacturing. If you take pride in producing high‑quality products and want to be part of a strong team environment, we’d love to meet you.
- Set up, operate, and adjust extrusion lines (extruders, dies, pins, screws, and downstream equipment) to produce tubing safely and efficiently to specification.
- Monitor product quality by performing routine inspections—checking size, clarity, gels, and surface conditions using calipers, gauges, and SPC tools—and adjusting as needed.
- Manage materials and equipment, including filling hoppers, securing tooling for upcoming runs, cleaning/returning equipment, and reporting any equipment issues or scrap.
- Complete documentation and labeling, such as production records, setup charts, quality checks, packaging labels, and any required ISO or 5S paperwork.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area while supporting team members, providing break coverage, and participating in continuous improvement and lean/WCM initiatives.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Available to work Second Shift (4:00PM – 12:00AM) or Third Shift (12:00 AM – 8:00 AM) because seniority determines shift preference.
- Starting Rate: $22.27/hour plus Shift Diff: $0.75/hour
- Mechanical Aptitude: The ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot production machinery is critical for safe and efficient extrusion performance.
- Attention to Detail: Operators must monitor dimensions, identify imperfections, and catch quality issues quickly to maintain tight tolerances and reduce scrap.
- Problem-Solving Skills: When extrusion lines drift out of spec, an operator needs to diagnose issues—material, tooling, temperature, speed, equipment—and correct them swiftly.
- Strong Work Ethic & Reliability: Consistent attendance, timely setups, supporting team coverage, and keeping production flowing are vital on 2nd and 3rd shift operations.
- Communication & Teamwork: Sharing information with supervisors, collaborating during changeovers, giving breaks, and documenting production accurately all require clear communication.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Extrusion conditions can change quickly (material variation, tooling issues, priority shifts), and operators need to adjust efficiently without losing focus.
- Situational Awareness: Operators must stay alert to equipment behavior, safety risks, line changes, and visual cues. This is essential in a role that involves hot materials, moving machinery, and quality checkpoints.
- Time Management: Balancing setups, quality checks, documentation, and production flow require strong prioritization skills, especially on 2nd/3rd shift where resources may be leaner.
- Accountability & Ownership: Operators who take pride in their line, their product quality, and their documentation tend to excel and support a strong manufacturing culture.
- Positive Attitude & Willingness to Learn: The best operators stay curious, ask questions, engage in continuous improvement and contribute to problem-solving rather than just reacting.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home."
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
- Accident Insurance
- Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child and Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
- Volunteer Day
- Company-issued steel-toe shoes and safety glasses
This role may be covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern.
Job Reference: USA15193
