Machine Operator
pridestaff visaliaVisalia, CA
Machine Operator
pridestaff visaliaVisalia, CAJunior L3
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersPackaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersExtruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers
Plastics Material and Resin ManufacturingPlastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) ManufacturingAll Other Plastics Product Manufacturing
APPLY NOWKey Responsibilities:
Machine Setup: Load raw resin pellets into hoppers, adjust barrel temperature profiles, and align dies or screen packs.
Production Monitoring: Watch continuous output runs (such as blown film bubbles or extruded sheets) to maintain correct gauge, width, and tensile properties.
Quality Control: Inspect finished packaging material for defects, tears, or uneven thickness, logging data into quality assurance sheets.
Maintenance & Safety: Clear minor clogs, perform routine cleaning, and follow plant safety standards like lockout/tagout protocols.
Requirements
Education:
High school diploma or general education equivalent; technical certificates in plastics technology are a plus.
Experience:
Ranging from entry-level trainee positions to 3+ years of hands-on experience with specific blown-film or co-extrusion machinery.
Physical Demands:
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift heavy material loads (up to 50 lbs / 23 kg), and work in warm or fast-paced industrial environments.
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Level
Junior L3
Location
Visalia, CA
Occupation
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Industry
Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing
Posted
2 days ago