Extruder Operator (Three-Layer Blown Film Extrusion) Layfield Group’s Flexible Films Division specializes in manufacturing packaging for consumers, industrial, and medical equipment. We understand that our employees value work-life balance therefore the set shift work allows them to pre-schedule their days and/or nights off. We have a energetic work environment where employees receive hands‑on experience with a variety of machines which allows our employees to gain manufacturing experience from our global organization.

This is a great opportunity to learn and build your skills in the manufacturing industry. A stable work environment with predictable shift work On‑the‑job training Opportunities to advance into higher skilled and paid positions based on seniority Personal Protection Equipment provided Shift premium pay On‑site electric vehicle charging stations This is a full-time, permanent position located in the Langley, BC, facility. Layfield is a 12-hour continuous rotating day and overnight shift work setting.

As the manufacturing facility is open 24 hours, the Extruder Operator’s shift schedule is non‑negotiable (every worker works the same shift schedule), and you are required to work night shifts and every other weekend. Opportunity to work stat holidays.

The shift schedule is as follows: Day shift (7am to 7pm) Night shift (7pm to 7am). Week 1, Day shift – Monday, Tuesday, Friday,



Saturday Week 2, Day shift – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 3, Night shift – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 4, Night shift – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Shifts are 12 hours in length, and rotate days and nights every two weeks . Every two‑week rotation completed is 84 hours. Extruder Operator (Three‑Layer Blown Film Extrusion) are $30 – $34.

Independently start up, operate, stabilize, and shut down three-layer A/B/C blown film co‑extrusion lines. Set and balance A/B/C layer ratios and individual extruder outputs. Operate automatic gauge‑control and film‑thickness measurement systems.

Troubleshoot bubble instability, layflat fluctuation, gauge variation, wrinkles, winding issues, and other blown‑film operating problems. Maintain consistent film quality while minimizing scrap and downtime. Minimum 5 years of direct operating experience on three‑layer blown film co‑extrusion lines.

Proven ability to independently start up and stabilize a three‑layer blown film line. Strong understanding of A/B/C extruder operation and layer‑ratio control. Strong hands‑on experience with bubble control, IBC, air rings, nip systems, gauge control, and winders.

Experience running HDPE blown film is strongly preferred.

Experience with automatic air‑ring/gauge‑control systems is an asset.

📌 Extruder Operator (Three-Layer Blown Film Extrusion) (Vancouver)
🏢 Layfield Group
📍 Vancouver