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Join our production team as an Extruder Operator I, where you'll play a key role in producing high-quality PVC products in a safe, fast-paced environment.
You'll receive on-the-job training, work a consistent 12-hour rotating schedule, and collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Starting pay is $21.00/hour plus a $1.00/hour shift premium.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Production Shift Leader, the Extruder Operator I is responsible for supporting safe operation of PVC extrusion lines and producing quality products within established specifications.
This hands-on role focuses on foundational skills, adherence to procedures, and learning the extrusion process. Responsible for operating and monitoring the automated vinyl and accessory extruders, tooling, and downstream equipment.
Assist with line start-up, shutdown, and color changes under supervision
Verify correct materials are used in production
Perform basic quality checks (color, gloss, dimensions, product specs, visual inspection, etc.)
Monitor line operations and report abnormalities or issues
Enter production data into MES (Factory+) system
Perform basic lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures on equipment
Submit work orders and maintenance requests as needed
Make basic equipment and tooling adjustments to maintain quality standards and support tooling cleaning, assembly, and line adjustments
Complete shift reporting for metrics such as scrap rates and performance
Perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment
Communicate effectively with team members, including packers, operators, and leadership
Pack panels and accessories according to quality standards
Skip the repetitive application forms
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Night Shift Work Schedule: The position assignment is for 12-hour shifts in Production, 6:00pm - 6:00am on a rotating schedule 2-2-3. This includes being scheduled for some weekend shifts. Starting pay rate: $21.00/hr with $1.00/hr shift premium.
Qualifications
1-2 years manufacturing experience in machine operation (lathe/mill/etc.), preferably extrusion machine or similar manufacturing processes
Preferred experience with quality assurance including inspecting, guaging, measuring
Must be able to work 12-hour night shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule which includes some weekend shifts
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Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed , headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com .
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
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