Extrusion Operator

Extrusion Operator – 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift

Location: Liberty, NC

Eligible for holiday pay upon hire

Overview

Americhem is seeking Extrusion Operators to support production at our Liberty, NC facility. Operators are responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring extrusion equipment to produce color concentrates used in a wide range of customer applications.

Pay: Starting at $17.00/hr + $1.75 shift differential (higher pay available based on experience)

Shift: 3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 1–2 years of manufacturing or production experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.

• Tow motor/forklift operation experience.

• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

• Solid math and analytical skills.

• Ability to follow procedures and maintain production accuracy.

Essential Duties

• Follow all safety procedures and participate in safety programs; ensure safety of self and team members.

• Operate extrusion equipment (extruders, feeders, pelletizers, dies, scales, classifiers, and related instrumentation) according to production specifications.

• Set up machines, monitor operating conditions, and adjust parameters as required.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks to keep equipment in reliable operating condition.

• Use forklift/tow motor to lift color pots and load materials into the feeder; ensure accurate material handling.

• Produce compound samples and maintain quality standards throughout production.

• Maintain clean, organized work areas and comply with standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance

• 120 hours of PTO

• 10 paid holidays

• Company-provided life insurance

• 401(k) with generous match and no vesting period

Safety Compliance

Employee safety is the top priority. All personnel must follow established safety policies, procedures, and corporate guidelines without exception.