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Extruder Operator Trainee
Westlake Royal Building Products —Columbus, OH
- $22.50 - $30.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Cleaning
- Computer skills
- Paid training
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- Basic math
- English
- Forklift
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification). Use hand tools and measuring equipment (micrometers, fixtures, gauges).
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Extruder Operator Trainee

Westlake Royal Building Products -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.50 - $30.01 an hour

Benefits

Paid training

Qualifications

Monitoring machines
Inspection gauge
Computer operation
Machine setup
Machine repair
Computer literacy
Die tryout (die setup procedure)
Industrial equipment adjustment
Maintenance (die setup procedure)
Manufacturing facility experience
Dimensional measurements
Machining
Precision measurement in machining
Custom plastic extruder
Cleaning
Production monitoring
Quality standards in production
Computer skills
Hand tools
Machine minor repairs
Production records
Manufacturing company experience
Mechanical knowledge
Entry level
Equipment adjustment (production tasks)
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Pay Structure:

Trainee: $22.50 per hour

For Experienced Extruder Operators: $24.00– $30.01 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated skill

Increases as you progress through training and qualification milestones
Night Shift Premium: +$2.00 per hour
Training: Paid, structured, hands‑on (up to 12 months)

Do you enjoy working with machines? Fixing things? Working on vehicles, rebuilding engines, or figuring out how equipment works?

We are seeking mechanically inclined individuals to join our manufacturing team as Extruder Operator Trainees. No prior extrusion experience is required — we provide comprehensive training. What matters most is mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and pride in producing quality work.

What You’ll Learn & Do

With guidance from experienced operators, you will learn to safely operate and maintain extrusion equipment and progress into a full Extrusion Operator role.

You will learn how to:

Set up and tear down extrusion lines, including die installation and changeovers
Start-up equipment and produce quality finished products
Monitor machines, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments
Use hand tools and measuring equipment (micrometers, fixtures, gauges)
Accurately track production, quality, and downtime
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards (VSI certification)
Work as part of a team and eventually help guide others

Qualifications

Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience (work, shop, vehicles, or home projects)
Willingness to learn and grow into a skilled operator role
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Basic computer skills
Prior manufacturing or extrusion experience preferred, but not required

Pay, Growth & Stability

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Paid training with experienced operators
Clear career progression: Trainee Extrusion Operator
Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career opportunities

Our compensation reflects market conditions across multiple U.S. locations and is based on experience, skill set, and job-related knowledge. Westlake Royal Building Products is a total compensation company offering competitive pay and a full benefits package.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

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