Extrusion Operator jobs in Arlington, TX

About us

Novolex® is a leader in packaging innovation, choice, and sustainability. We manufacture products with paper, plastic, and renewable materials for food packaging, delivery and carry-out, food processing, and industrial markets. Our products offer superior performance, provide convenience, reduce food waste, and support food safety and hygiene for the benefit of millions of consumers who use our products every day. We meet their needs with a wide variety of products backed by a commitment to quality embraced by our more than 10,000 employees. With 56 manufacturing facilities in North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling facilities, we are close to our customers and ready to serve them through our Food & Delivery and Performance Solutions segments.

Duties:
- Operate and monitor extrusion machinery to produce high-quality plastic products
- Set up and adjust machine settings according to product specifications
- Assemble and disassemble extrusion equipment for cleaning and maintenance
- Conduct quality inspections of finished products to ensure they meet customer requirements
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the production process
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area

Experience:
- Previous experience operating extrusion machinery is preferred
- Familiarity with logic controllers and basic troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and interpret product specifications and blueprints
- Experience with quality inspection techniques and tools, such as calipers
- Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions

Skills:
- Knowledge of plastics extrusion processes and equipment
- Proficiency in using hand tools for assembly and fabrication tasks
- Familiarity with operating a press brake machine for bending plastic materials
- Experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment

This is a great opportunity for individuals with experience in plastics extrusion who are looking to join a dynamic team. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Experience:

• Plastics extrusion: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person