Production Operator/ Extrusion Operator

About the job Production Operator/ Extrusion Operator

Autonomy Staffing is hiring Extrusion/Compounding Operators for a leading polyamide manufacturer in Sumter, SC. This is a long-term opportunity with structured pay increases and career growth, ideal for mechanically inclined individuals looking to advance in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Why Join the Team?

Structured Career Growth: Operators start at Level 1, with opportunities to progress to Level 4, earning a $2/hour raise per level after passing written and hands-on skills tests.

Competitive Benefits Package:

401(k) with 6 percent match fully vested

Health, dental, and vision insurance

84 hours of PTO starting out

$185 yearly credit for work supplies (Steel-toe shoes required; gloves provided)

Consistent Schedule with Work-Life Balance:

12-hour shifts, rotating schedule (8 AM 8 PM / 8 PM 8 AM)

48-hour and 36-hour alternating workweeks

4-day, 4-night rotations with a full week off each month

Exciting Growth Ahead: The company is opening a new facility in Sumter next year, creating more opportunities for advancement. Job Responsibilities:

Operate extrusion lines and maintain safe, efficient production.

Monitor utilities and equipment performance, making adjustments as needed.

Ensure proper sampling, labeling, and packaging of materials.

Load raw materials into feedstock vessels.

Perform hands-on maintenance and cleaning to prevent contamination.

Transport and palletize finished goods using manual labor and forklifts.

Maintain a clean and organized work area. Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent

Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand tools

Ability to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively

Physically able to:

Lift up to 50 lbs repetitively

Climb ladders and work in confined spaces

Work rotating shifts (days/nights) and extended hours

PPE Required: Steel-toe shoes and gloves (provided: safety glasses, vests, etc.)