Extrusion Operator - Swing Shift

Spectrum Plastics Group•Sandy, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Spectrum Plastics Group, we are driven by a mission to deliver innovative design solutions that enable life-saving procedures and meet unique performance needs. Through collaboration and cutting-edge expertise, we have become a leader in component and device development, creating transformative products for communities worldwide. As an employer of choice, we are committed to providing a safe, healthy workplace while prioritizing employee well-being and satisfaction. Your Role with Us: Through your disciplined approach to quality rooted in precise calibrations and a steady, collaborative mindset that strengthens cross‑functional teamwork, you help to elevate production efficiency and reliably meet customer expectations. What We Offer: Spectrum Plastics Group offers a competitive benefits package that prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Strong mathematical aptitude, including the ability to calculate flow rates and measure circumference accurately.
Ability to read and interpret customized blueprints, safety rules, operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and other technical documentation.
Ability to write clear, accurate reports and correspondence, with proficiency in completing required documentation such as DPRs, inventory management forms and data collections records.

Responsibilities

Safely operate extrusion machinery.
Perform machine changeovers and repairs as needed.
Recommend preventative maintenance (PM) improvements and apply effective troubleshooting logic.
Accurately measure work‑in‑process (WIP) and finished assemblies using both inches and centimeters.
Operate a variety of complex equipment while consistently meeting quality standards, production targets, and cost objectives.
Run all operations in accordance with the Development Product Record (DPR) or Work Instruction (WI) guidelines.
Participate in project teams by providing technical support to engineering and product development.
Establish processing parameters on all extrusion equipment to ensure consistently exceptional product quality.
Perform complete equipment setup, adjustments, startups, and shutdowns.
Qualify new tooling and processes by performing validation testing as required.
Maintain all required documentation related to extrusion equipment, product status, raw resin inventory, and WIs, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory standards.
Inspect raw materials and finished products for visible defects and initiate corrective actions as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.