Extrusion Operator
Job Description examples (Simple & Paragraph styles) for extrusion and manufacturing operations.
1. Job Overview
An Extrusion Operator runs and maintains extrusion machines used to form plastic, metal, or rubber products into continuous shapes such as tubing, sheets, or profiles. This position ensures efficient production, accurate machine setup, and high-quality output according to specifications.
2. Job Description Details
The operator is responsible for preparing materials, setting temperature and pressure controls, monitoring line speed, and inspecting product dimensions. They adjust equipment as needed to maintain product consistency, document production data, and perform routine maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate extrusion machines according to production requirements.
- Load raw materials such as pellets or metals into hoppers and feeders.
- Monitor machine settings, temperatures, and pressures to maintain output quality.
- Inspect extruded materials for dimensions, uniformity, and defects.
- Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of extrusion equipment.
- Adjust die settings and calibrate machines for product changes.
- Record production data, material usage, and downtime logs.
- Follow safety standards and report equipment issues promptly.
Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of extrusion processes for plastics, rubber, or metals.
- Mechanical aptitude and machine troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read production drawings and measurement tools.
- Attention to detail and quality control experience.
- Understanding of temperature and pressure control systems.
- Basic computer and documentation skills.
- High school diploma or technical certification preferred.
Tools & Equipment Used: Extrusion machines, dies, calipers, temperature gauges, and pellet feeders.
Resume-Ready Examples
Simple Description (one-line):
Operated extrusion machines to produce consistent, high-quality plastic or metal products while maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
Paragraph Style (2–3 sentences):
Operated and maintained extrusion machinery to produce continuous profiles and sheets according to technical specifications.
Monitored temperature, pressure, and line speed, conducted quality inspections, and adjusted machine settings to ensure uniform product output.