Extrusion Technician (2nd Shift) IPS Corporation

•3.0 Fontana, CA Job Details $20

•$22 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Machine tool maintenance Inspection gauge Lifting equipment PLC-based control system operation Press brake machine Press operation Measurement-based inspection Mechanical assembly Quality records maintenance Quality control product testing Mechanical fabrication Moving Injection (injection molding) Mid-level Forklift Plastics blow molding Shop math Quality reports Manufacturing facility experience Dimensional measurements Extrusion machines CNC quality inspection Precision measurement in machining Performance Improvement (PI) Forming machines Warehouse experience Warehouse operations Machine adjustment Materials handling Lean management

Full Job Description Job Title:

Extrusion Technician (2nd Shift)

Location:

Fontana, CA Shift:

1:00 PM

•9:30 PM About the

Company:

IPS Corporation is a global, market-leading provider of solvent cement, adhesives, and specialized plumbing products. Founded in 1954 in Los Angeles, CA, IPS began by producing clear cement for laminating acrylic sheets for aircraft canopies. Today, IPS, with its three operating companies, has various manufacturing plants and distribution centers supporting sales to a diverse set of international markets.

About Weld-On:

Weld-On Adhesives, the largest subsidiary of IPS Corporation, is the pioneer and leading manufacturer of WeldOn® solvent cement, primers, and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, ABS, and other plastic piping systems. Weld-On products are globally recognized as the premium products for joining plastic pipes and fittings and are used by professional installers around the world in a variety of applications such as, but not limited to, construction (residential & commercial), industrial (chemical process, water treatment, mining, etc.), irrigation (landscaping & agricultural) and others. Headquartered in California, Weld-On has state-of-the-art operations throughout the United States, as well as China, and a worldwide network of sales representatives and distributors. About the

Role:

Reporting to Injection Molding Supervisor, you will operate and monitor extrusion machinery, ensuring efficient production while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Your expertise will contribute to delivering innovative solutions in plastics manufacturing, supporting our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up, operate, and adjust plastics extrusion machinery to produce consistent, high-quality extruded products. Monitor machine operations using programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other control systems, making real-time adjustments as needed. Conduct quality inspections utilizing precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers to verify product dimensions and specifications. Perform routine maintenance on extrusion equipment, including press brake machines, CNC lathes, CNC machines, and other fabrication tools. Handle materials safely and efficiently using forklifts and proper materials handling techniques to ensure smooth workflow. Assist with fabrication, assembly, and secondary operations like plastics blow molding or plastics injection molding when required. Maintain detailed production logs, shift reports, and quality documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with manufacturing standards.

Experience:

Proven experience operating plastics extrusion machinery in a manufacturing environment. Strong mechanical knowledge with familiarity in machining processes such as CNC lathe work and fabrication techniques. Hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), press brake machines, CNC equipment, and hand tools. Knowledge of plastics blow molding, injection molding, and related manufacturing processes is highly desirable. Warehouse experience combined with materials handling skills using forklifts is a plus. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste. Ability to perform basic math calculations accurately for quality inspection and measurements. Physical Requirements Must have the ability to sit and stand for long periods. Must be able to lift and move items or boxes up to 30 pounds.

Hourly Range:

$20.00

•$22.00/hour