Woodbridge, Ontario | Full time, Permanent | Plastics Manufacturing
Position Overview
An established plastics manufacturer in the Woodbridge area is seeking an experienced Extrusion Operator to join its production team.
This hands-on position involves monitoring extrusion lines, assisting with set-ups and die changes, completing quality checks, tracking production, and packing finished product to specification.
What You Will Be Doing
Monitor assigned extrusion lines and associated downstream equipment to ensure production runs according to work orders and quality requirements.
Load raw materials, colour, blowing agents and other required materials into extrusion equipment and monitor material consumption.
Assist with extrusion line set-ups, die changes and production start-ups.
Complete first-off checks during start-up and work with Quality Assurance to confirm product specifications.
Check product length, colour and other required specifications throughout production.
Monitor finished product against work orders and approved samples.
Identify line or production issues and assist with troubleshooting and corrective action.
Complete production documentation, including tracking positive product and scrap.
Pack finished product according to work-order requirements.
Communicate production status and relevant requirements to the incoming shift.
Maintain tools, equipment and the extrusion work area in a clean, organized and safe condition.
Follow all company safety, quality and operating procedures.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum 2 years of experience in a plastics extrusion manufacturing workplace.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Hands-on experience monitoring extrusion equipment in a production environment.
Exposure to die set-ups, die changes and extrusion line start-ups.
Ability to follow work orders, production specifications and quality requirements.
Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
Dependable, adaptable and comfortable working in a rapid-paced manufacturing workplace.
Ability to work extended or flexible hours when required.
Working Conditions
This is a full-time, on-site manufacturing position in Woodbridge, Ontario.
The role requires compliance with all applicable health and safety requirements, use of required personal protective equipment, and participation in maintaining a safe and organized production environment.