1st Shift Extrusion Machine Operator 5:00am to 5:00pm

Extrusion Machine Operator /ForkliftPridestaff is currently seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator /Forklift for a plastic manufacturing company located in Ontario, CA. This is a full-time, temp to hire opportunity. Company has great benefits and stock options once hired!

Please see job requirements below to be considered.Pay rate: $21.00 to $22.00Shift: 1st Shift, 5:00am to 5:00pm (A or C shift; will be working every other weekend)SummaryUnder the direction of the Extrusion Manager and Team Leads, the Extrusion Operator is responsible for operating an Extrusion machine in a safe and controlled manner. In addition, the Extrusion Operator loads cores, removes finished rolls, performs quality checks, and properly labels, packages, and stages film products.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFollows all safety and work procedures to ensure a safe, productive work environment; checks to ensure all safety guards are in place and working properlyPerforms setup and operates extrude to produce product according to quality and productivity requiresTroubleshoots equipment, web handling, and other production issuesDetects and solves problems related to product quality, aesthetics, and/or contaminationAdjusts machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, amounts, dimensions, and flow of materials or raw materialsRecords and maintains production dataAssists with replacing preventive maintenance activitiesAssist in training other team membersInspects quality of rolls before production begins and continuously checks quality of the line as product is producedEnsures material meets customer requirementsCompletes all required paperwork and formsUpdate Daily Management System at the end of each shift; provides daily communication to coworkers, maintenance, and management team membersForklift experienceMachine Operator skillsWork with heat and plasticsRead work ordersLoad cores and 90 lb shafts onto machine.Participants in continuous improvement activitiesAbility to see colorsLift up to 40 poundsCompletes a minimum of one safety behavior observation/near miss report each monthPosition requires flexibility to include shift changes and overtime; must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as requiredRegular, predictable, and reliable attendancePerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsEducation:High School diploma or GED requiredProfessional background:Minimum of 1-year experience as an extrusion operator in a plastic packaging environment or equivalent machine operator experience6 months Forklift experienceAbility to read a tape measureAbility to perform basic mathematical problemsMust be willing to submit to a drug test and criminal background check prior to startSoft skills:Bilingual in Spanish, is a plus but not requiredAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in team environmentPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is consistently stand, walk, climb, stoop or kneel, reach with arms and hands, and talk or hear. Manufacturing work environment may be loud, with varying temperatures.

The incumbent will work with inks and solvents with strong odors and other chemicals as part of the manufacturing process. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when in manufacturing and warehouse areas.Benefits with PrideStaff:Competitive payComprehensive benefits packageHealth BenefitsPaid Holidays after 1500 hoursCompensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $21.00 - $22.00 Per Hour