Extrusion Operator Job at Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering, Pleasant Prairie, WI

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  • Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI

Job Description

Overview

We’re hiring experienced Extrusion Operators to support a growing plastics manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on production role responsible for running and maintaining extrusion lines to ensure product quality, efficiency, and safety. With multiple new extrusion machines being installed, this is an excellent opportunity to get in early with a company heavily investing in technology, training, and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion lines to meet production and quality standards.

  • Read shift communication logs and plan daily operations accordingly.

  • Perform adjustments, installations, and basic equipment repairs as needed.

  • Inspect materials for quality (thickness, width, opacity, weight, and visual checks).

  • Maintain accurate production records and inventory of materials.

  • Follow all safety and lockout/tagout procedures.

  • Support continuous improvement and 5S/housekeeping initiatives.

  • Assist with packaging, labeling, and pallet preparation.

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • 1–3 years of experience operating plastic extrusion machines (blown film strongly preferred; blow molding or other extrusion experience considered)

  • Ability to perform equipment setup, quality checks, and minor mechanical repairs

  • Strong attention to detail, safety-focused, and reliable work ethic

Preferred:

  • Experience with blown film or cast film extrusion processes

  • Ability to adjust machine parameters, tooling, and programs

  • Self-motivated, hands-on, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment

Why You’ll Want to Join

  • Opportunity to get in early with a rapidly expanding facility

  • Heavy investment in training and new technology

  • Path to grow into Shift Lead or Senior Operator within a year

  • Competitive pay and stable, rotating schedule with consistent overtime opportunities

Job Title: Extrusion Operator

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Pay: $27.27/hour + $2.00/hour night shift differential.

Contract Length: 3 months (with very strong potential for permanent hire)

Openings: 8 total (4 day shift, 4 night shift)

Schedule: 2-2-3 Rotating (48 hours one week, 36 the next; every other weekend required)

Shifts:

  • Days: 6:45 AM – 7:00 PM

  • Nights: 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM

    Overtime: 4 hours built into the schedule every other week; additional OT available as needed

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,

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