Extruder Operator

Job Title:

Extruder Operator Location:

Sparta, NJ As an Extruder Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring extrusion machinery. You will adjust machine settings to maintain quality, perform preventative maintenance, and inspect extruded materials for defects and compliance. Additionally, you will reel, package, and prepare the finished product while maintaining a clean work area and following safety procedures. Responsibilities Operate and monitor extrusion machinery. Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality. Perform preventative maintenance and equipment upkeep. Inspect extruded materials for defects and compliance. Reel, package, and prepare finished products. Maintain a clean work area and adhere to safety procedures. Complete daily inspection logs and production reports. Assist with troubleshooting and process improvements. Essential Skills 1+ year of manufacturing or extrusion experience. High School Diploma or equivalent. Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using fractions and decimals. Ability to stand for long periods. Capability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions. Proficiency in visually inspecting materials. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparta, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sparta,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2026.

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.