Job Title: Extrusion Operator

Job Description

As an Extrusion Operator, you will assist in setting up and operating thermoplastic extruder machines and other production equipment to convert plastic resins into blown film for flexible plastic sheeting, tubing, or bags. You will set up and control the extruder, set the film dimensions and thickness, and prepare film surfaces at the treater stations. During downtime, you will undertake cleaning and other duties to maintain the plant. Troubleshooting any part of the process is also a key part of your role, as well as observing and checking the finished film/plastic coming off the production lines. Regular quality checks are also a crucial part of the job.

Hard Skills

• Machine Operator

• Extrusion Operator

• Tape Measure

Soft Skills

• Troubleshooting

• Quality Control

• Machine Maintenance

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 18 Week(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa. Work shifts are 12 hours long with a unique cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off - repeat - every other weekend. Overtime is available for those who wish to sign up. The manufacturing environment is not temperature controlled, so candidates must be open to various weather conditions. Breaks are staggered with other employees and leaving the facility during shifts is not permitted. The first day will involve a two-hour orientation before starting the scheduled shift later that week. Dress code includes steel-toed boots, no piercings or jewelry, t-shirts tucked in at all times, and jeans or shorts. The team is small, with about 10 people per shift, offering a family type of culture.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.