Extruder Operator

Reynolds Consumer Products LLC•Richmond, VA

3d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We are passionate about achieving results and have fun winning as a team. We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive hourly pay and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and fun workplace environment. Are you looking to build a strong career? Then we have an opportunity for you! We currently have an opportunity for a Extruder Operator to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. Pay: $23.86 /hour 12hr Night Shift 2-2-3 Schedule Responsibilities Your Role: As an Extrusion Operator, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring a blown film extrusion line to ensure consistent film quality, production efficiency, and adherence to safety standards. You will identify and resolve issues such as equipment malfunctions, process variations, or quality concerns to minimize downtime and maintain smooth, reliable production in a fast-paced packaging environment. You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen! Ensure compliance with GMP’s, Safety, Quality Procedures and keep Productivity Standards Operate assigned Extrusion Machines at required rate Start and stop machines as needed Perform general set-up, change-over, and shut-down tasks Monitor all extrusion and winding machinery operations continuously for quality and efficiencies Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical machine problems and make adjustments to correct issues Perform necessary adjustments to maintain and/or improve product quality Maintain run efficiencies established for the line and products Perform quality checks at prescribed intervals Complete paperwork including Operator logs, Quality Checks, and other required forms Communicate any health and safety, hygiene, quality, and efficiency issues to the supervisor promptly Perform minor PMs as needed Maintain housekeeping around assigned operations Follow company safety procedures and policies Assist other operators as needed Communicate production information both written and verbally Perform all other assigned duties You will love it here if… You put safety first, always You listen, learn, and evolve You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Safety - Understand and carry out oral instructions; read and carry out written instructions.
Ability to retain and act on oral instructions.
Ability to observe and read instruments gauges, dials and make adjustments.
Ability to estimate size and quantity of objects.
Ability to constantly observe for quality defects as well as subtle problems with machine.
Ability to make simple arithmetic calculations.
Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing experience
2+ years of Machine Operator experience
Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues effectively
Ability to work independently.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Team oriented
A positive attitude
Enjoy repetitive work

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with GMP’s, Safety, Quality Procedures and keep Productivity Standards
Operate assigned Extrusion Machines at required rate
Start and stop machines as needed
Perform general set-up, change-over, and shut-down tasks
Monitor all extrusion and winding machinery operations continuously for quality and efficiencies
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical machine problems and make adjustments to correct issues
Perform necessary adjustments to maintain and/or improve product quality
Maintain run efficiencies established for the line and products
Perform quality checks at prescribed intervals
Complete paperwork including Operator logs, Quality Checks, and other required forms
Communicate any health and safety, hygiene, quality, and efficiency issues to the supervisor promptly
Perform minor PMs as needed
Maintain housekeeping around assigned operations
Follow company safety procedures and policies
Assist other operators as needed
Communicate production information both written and verbally
Perform all other assigned duties