Extrusion Operator

Job Title: Extrusion Operator (1st or 3rd Shift) ($24-26/hr.) Job Description We are seeking dedicated 1st and 3rd shift Extrusion Machine Operators to join our team. This role involves operating advanced extrusion machinery, performing setups and changeovers, and ensuring quality control of film production. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half. Apply today Responsibilities + Perform setups and changeovers on extrusion machines. + Utilize hand and power tools effectively. + Read and follow work instructions accurately. + Operate tow motor and pallet equipment. + Assist in laboratory testing of finished products. + Conduct data lab work and train on equipment. + Use measuring tools such as drop gauges, micrometers, and calipers. + Test finished products for surface toughness. + Conduct quality checks on films, raw materials, and finished goods. + Enter data results into Excel for documentation. + Lift up to 50 lbs and maintain safety awareness around hot equipment. + Clean machinery and maintain a tidy workspace. + Perform basic mathematical calculations. Essential Skills + Previous experience as an extrusion operator. + Proficiency in operating a tow motor. + Experience with Microsoft Excel and Outlook. + Competence in using hand tools. + Experience in machine setup. + Ability to use calipers, micrometers, and drop gauges. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Previous experience in plastics, cast or blown film, or injection mold is a plus. + High mechanical aptitude is desirable. Why Work Here? Join a small, dynamic company with ample opportunities for cross-training and growth. The company prides itself on maintaining a clean and temperature-controlled environment, akin to a lab setting. With only 30 employees, you'll be part of a close-knit team that values its people and is committed to investing in new business ventures, offering excellent opportunities for career advancement. Work Environment The work environment is very clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled, more akin to a laboratory than a traditional manufacturing facility. Employees are cross-trained in lab settings where they will use micrometers and gauges to test films. The company focuses on producing advanced nanolayered polymer films and is dedicated to high-performance energy and industrial applications. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley View, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Valley View,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-30