Job Title:
Extrusion Operator
Location:
Henrietta, NY
Summary:
Nesco Resource is seeking Extrusion Operators for a temp-to-hire
opportunity with a manufacturing client. This position involves setting up, operating, and monitoring extrusion machinery while ensuring product quality and meeting production standards. The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience using precision measuring tools.
Shift:
10:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Sunday Night - Thursday Night
Pay:$20.00 – 24.00/Hour (+ 5% Shift Differential)
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and calibrate extrusion lines, including dies, screens, cutters, and sizing rings
- Start up, shut down, and adjust machine parameters such as temperature, pressure, and screw speed
- Load raw materials and monitor material feeding to maintain continuous production
- Inspect extruded products for dimensions, thickness, surface finish, and defects
- Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and templates to verify product specifications
- Make real-time machine adjustments to maintain product quality and consistency
- Perform routine equipment cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs
- Replace worn parts and adjust equipment to maintain product uniformity
- Identify machine malfunctions and report issues requiring advanced maintenance
- Record production data, machine settings, lot numbers, and inspection results
- Prepare end-of-shift reports and communicate production updates to other shifts
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Follow all safety procedures and manufacturing guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Knowledge of extrusion machinery and thermoplastic processing
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and specifications
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Proficiency using precision measurement tools, including micrometers, gauges, and calipers
- Effective communication and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
- Ability to identify equipment issues and make necessary machine adjustments
- Team-oriented manufacturing environment
- Work performed in a manufacturing and production setting
- Moderate noise levels in the work environment
- Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry products weighing up to 30–40 pounds
- Ability to perform hands-on machine setup, operation, and inspection tasks
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
