Extruder Machine Operator

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

Extruder Machine Operator operating extrusion equipment at Graphic Packaging International, a paperboard packaging manufacturer. Producing quality rolls while following safety and production procedures.

Posted 8/24/2026full-timeProsperity • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to operate extrusion equipment safely and efficiently. Proficient in quality inspection, troubleshooting, and following standard operating procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Extrusion Equipment OperationQuality InspectionTroubleshootingMechanical AptitudeSafety Procedures Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Extrusion Line SupportTape Measure ReadingDocument ProcessingProcess Change ImplementationStandard Operating Procedures

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam CollaborationReliabilityPunctuality

Certifications & Qualifications

Background CheckDrug Screen

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ExperienceSafety RulesEmergency Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the extrusion line and learn multiple jobs
Operate extrusion equipment safely and efficiently within standard guidelines
Produce rolls conforming to quality and profile specifications
Complete and process documents tracking extrusion operations
Make process changes and roll changes
Inspect quality during the extrusion process and/or finished rolls
Communicate pertinent information at shift change
Understand and practice safety procedures and rules
Know the locations of and operate emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers
Provide relief to other team members as necessary
Follow standard operating procedures
Initially work at the unwind, winder, or scale
Work assigned shifts within the facility’s 5-day schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years old
Mechanical/Technical aptitude
Ability to read a tape measure to increments as small as 1/32 or learn how to read a tape measure
Entry Level Computer skills
Ability to communicate clearly, written and verbally
Ability to work as part of a team or alone in some situations
Troubleshooting
Ability to read and follow instructions
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Must be able to work additional hours/overtime as needed, including weekends as business needs dictate
Must wear steel toe shoes, hair and/or beard nets, safety glasses and earplugs at a minimum
Background check and drug screen required for employment
1–2 years of stable manufacturing experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
401(k) w/employer matching
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Various Voluntary benefits
Adoption Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year
$1.75 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift
$1.50 per hour shift differential for 3rd shift
Wage progression with pay increases upon certification in each position