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Extrusion operator 1

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Vista Manufacturing

Elkhart, IN (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Job Description

Job Title:
Extrusion Operator 1
Reports To:
Production Supervisor Direct reports: n/a Key relationships:
Extrusion Team Lead, Extrusion Technician, Extrusion Operator Role Purpose :
Assist in and work towards independence in setting up, pulling down, making adjustments on, and tear down of some extrusion lines and some profiles.
Requirements:
US work authorization (Required) High school or equivalent (Preferred) Basic math skills Able to lift 50lbs Use of quality inspection tools (i.e., calipers, gauges, tape measure, etc.) Able to follow directives set forth from team lead and/or management Vista Core Competencies Essential attributes: Attention to detail, flexible, coachable, reliable
Key Responsibilities:
Extrusion operational readiness, which includes the following: Assist in, and to be working towards independence in set up, tear down, and pull down of extruder, tooling, and downstream equipment as directed by Team Lead for specific extrusion lines and profiles Run extrusion line(s) for a whole day or part of a day Bring compound to extruder and compound according to set-up sheet Make spools/boxes according to work instructions Package extruded part according to set-up sheet Check parts frequently per quality control plan/set-up sheet per conformance to specifications Identify defects on extruded products Assist in basic troubleshooting to bring part back into specification Assist breaks as directed by Management Assist in running the Regrind area Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area Follow all requirements to support Vista Quality Objectives If deficient in any area of responsibility, appropriate training will be implemented, and successful completion evaluated. The above items are not an exhaustive description, and additional duties may be required