Spherion is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Extrusion Laborer to join our manufacturing team in Van Wert, OH. In this role, you will assist in the daily operation of our plastics extrusion lines, supporting the processing and recycling of post-industrial and post-consumer plastics into high-quality raw materials.
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This position involves manual material handling, monitoring equipment performance, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe, clean workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Machine & Line Support: Load raw plastic materials (regrind, flake, or pellets) into hoppers and material feed systems. Assist extrusion operators with line setup, startup, line runs, and changeovers.
Product Handling & Packaging: Safely offload finished extruded product, cut or stack materials to specified lengths, and pack finished goods into gaylords, boxes, or onto pallets.
Quality Assurance: Perform visual inspections of extruded product for defects, correct dimensions, color consistency, and contamination. Alert operators or quality personnel of any quality discrepancies.
Material Preparation: Operate auxiliary processing equipment such as shredders, grinders, blenders, and screen changers as required.
Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized work station and plant floor. Perform routine sweepings, clear material spills, and follow all safety protocols, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Documentation & Record Keeping: Accurately record production tallies, scrap weights, and material lot numbers on daily production logs.
Responsibilities:
Machine & Line Support: Load raw plastic materials (regrind, flake, or pellets) into hoppers and material feed systems. Assist extrusion operators with line setup, startup, line runs, and changeovers.
Product Handling & Packaging: Safely offload finished extruded product, cut or stack materials to specified lengths, and pack finished goods into gaylords, boxes, or onto pallets.
Quality Assurance: Perform visual inspections of extruded product for defects, correct dimensions, color consistency, and contamination. Alert operators or quality personnel of any quality discrepancies.
Material Preparation: Operate auxiliary processing equipment such as shredders, grinders, blenders, and screen changers as required.
Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized work station and plant floor. Perform routine sweepings, clear material spills, and follow all safety protocols, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Documentation & Record Keeping: Accurately record production tallies, scrap weights, and material lot numbers on daily production logs.
Working hours: Various Shifts Available
Skills:
entry-level candidates willing to learn are encouraged to apply.
Education:
High School
Experience:
0-1 years
Qualifications:
Qualifications & Skills
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial labor, or plastics processing (extrusion, blow molding, injection molding) is a plus, but entry-level candidates willing to learn are encouraged to apply.
Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, stand for extended periods (8???12 hours), bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
Safety Mindset: Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and following standard operating procedures.
Teamwork & Communication: Strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and the ability to communicate effectively with line operators and shift supervisors.
Apply today. After you have completed your application you will get a prescreening. Call or text 419-227-0113 with any questions.
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).