Extrusion Operator jobs in Las Vegas, NV

ABOUT US:

For more than 30 years, GOEX has stood as the market leader in producing custom quality plastic for the graphic arts printing, medical, electronics, and packaging industries. As a family-owned, privately held company, we move quickly when it comes to developing products and controlling the process from concept to delivery.

Our manufacturing facility operates with the best extrusion equipment in the industry while strictly adhering to a 0% Landfill Policy that showcases our commitment to sustainability. Our clean, temperature-controlled, and technologically advanced workplace is environmentally sound and something to be proud of. We believe our employees drive how we deliver value to our customers. GOEX takes pride in providing a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace. We proudly promote career advancement and professional development for all employees.

OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an Extrusion Operator to join our night shift team. As an Extrusion Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to produce high-quality plastic products. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with plastics blow molding, and a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Assist in operating extrusion equipment, learning to optimize quality and efficiency levels and minimize scrap, downtime, and production bottlenecks.

• Maintain complete & accurate records including, but not limited to, traceability information & daily shift reports, and inventory records.
• Understand the extrusion process, obtaining input from technicians relative to the job.
• Assist with roll changes, cleanouts, shutdowns, and startups.
• Effectively operate all winding and sheeting machines.
• Prepare cores and skids for upcoming jobs.
• Check and verify production information and prepare for upcoming jobs on the production schedule.
• Adhere to quality standards and guidelines and notify supervisor/ managers immediately of non-conformance.
• Assist on grinders, material handlers and on other lines as needed.
• Cross-train in QA functions – Know how to operate the Colorimeter.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Train and assist in employee training as required.
• Responsible for understanding the food safety hazards of their job and following the employee GMPs and other procedures to ensure food safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong math skills.
• 2 years manufacturing machine operation experience preferred.
• Previous material handling experience is preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position will require regular standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Able to operate hand tools.
• Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Ability to solve complex mechanical and electrical problems relating to machines.
• Able to work night shift, 12 hour rotating shifts.
• This is a 12-hour night shift, full-time position where employees work 7 out of 14 days (2 x 2 x 3). The hours will be 5:50 pm – 6:00 am.

STARTING WAGE:

• $21.42/ hour
• $3.00/ Night Differential
• $3.00/ Weekend Differential

Ability to Relocate:

• Cedar City, UT 84721: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.42 - $22.59 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Cedar City, UT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person