The Extrusion Operator assists in setting up and operating thermoplastic extruders and associated production equipment to convert plastic resins into blown film for flexible plastic sheeting, tubing or bags. Performs manufacturing operations which will result in efficiently producing a flexible product on a timely basis that meets all the customer's product specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows Berry Global’s Safety Absolutes and various safety policies.
• Reviews Production Order Form specifications to insure the correct equipment, packaging supplies and raw materials are available to produce a product that meets the customer's specifications.
• Assists in performing equipment production setup under the direction of the Lead Operator or his designee. Set ups may include but are not limited to the following production equipment:
• Sets up and controls all aspects of the extruder machine operation.
• Periodically observes and checks finished film coming off the production lines and if detects substandard product takes immediate corrective action to eliminate any causes of sub-standard product.
• Monitors production equipment to insure equipment is operating properly and under supervision of the Lead Operator performs routine maintenance on equipment.

SCHEDULE

• 12 hour night shift
• 7pm – 7am / 2 days on 3 off/rotating
• Overtime

REQUIREMENTS

• Des Moines, IA: Reliable means of transportation
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Eligible to live/work in the U.S.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class