Extruder Operator Helper

Description

The helper supports safe practices, environmental commitments, and the company’s core values while maintaining clean housekeeping and 5S areas throughout the shift. Responsibilities include operating licensed lift trucks, completing required training, following supervisor instructions, and preparing production reports. The role also involves setting up extruder equipment, monitoring operation, and performing cut‑and‑curl tasks to meet production targets.

• Support safe practices and environmental commitments.
• Participate on safety committees as required.
• Train and instruct new or less experienced employees.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S areas clean and orderly.
• Operate licensed lift truck or material handling equipment.
• Follow verbal and written instructions from supervisor.
• Prepare production reports as directed.
• Set up extruder and related equipment, including temperature profiles and thermocouples.
• Configure sheet trim line, 3‑spindle winder, jacketing winder, and sheet stacker.
• Monitor extruder operation to ensure in‑spec PVC sheet production.
• Grind product sheet skeleton for reuse.
• Perform all Cut & Curl tasks independently at set production rate.
• Train new operators on Cut & Curl tasks.
• Inspect PVC sheets for compliance with finished product specifications.
• Power up machines, clean augers, inspect conveying hoses, and operate pull roll.
• Change edge trim knives, set up 2‑roll cut and sheet shear.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and disassemble processes as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions, delays, or product defects immediately.
• Process and package jacketing rolls and bulk rolls.

Requirements

Additional duties cover routine preventive maintenance, equipment disassembly when needed, and immediate reporting of malfunctions or product defects. The employee processes and packages jacketing and bulk rolls and may be assigned other tasks as directed. Physical capability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lb, and navigate plant environments is essential.

Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or GED, be flexible in work assignments, and successfully complete the job‑related training program. Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, climb ladders, and stand on cement floors is required; accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

• Complete required computer‑based training and compliance programs.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for long periods on cement floors.
• Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, climb ladders and staircases.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.

Benefits

The Extruder Operator Helper position offers a base hourly rate of $22.36 and works the 5 pm–1:30 am shift Tuesday‑Thursday, with extended hours Friday‑Saturday (5 pm–5 am). The role reports to the Production Superintendent and follows general instructions from plant management.

Johns Manville provides a comprehensive benefits package, including multiple medical, dental, vision and wellness plans, as well as critical illness insurance. The company offers a 401(k) plan with a substantial match, paid vacation, sick and parental leave, life and disability coverage, and various employee assistance programs. Additional options include health and flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.

• Flexible in work assignments and able to complete training program.
• Competitive hourly pay ($22.36) with defined shift schedule.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, wellness, and critical illness plans.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, employee assistance, and travel accident coverage.
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance options.
• Health, flexible, and dependent care spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and select graduate programs.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance