Extrusion Technician I

Job Title: Extrusion Technician IReports To: Extrusion SupervisorDepartment: OperationsLocation: Charlotte, NCPay Range: $18.00Pay/Wage Type: Hourly/ Non- ExemptWork Hours: X Full-Time 2,2,3 schedule- 7:00 am -7:00 pm Night 7:00 pm - 7:00amJob SummaryThe Extrusion Technician I is responsible for safely removing extruded plastic parts from the extrusion line, visually inspecting material for quality, and stacking finished sheets onto pallets in accordance with standard operating procedures. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality and production efficiency by assisting with the final packaging of pallets for shipment or storage.Key duties include aligning sheet stacks accurately, applying protective interleaving materials if required, wrapping and banding pallets, and ensuring accurate labeling. The Extrusion Technician collaborates closely with Extrusion Leads to support continuous operation and maintain a clean and safe work environment.This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality—reflecting Plaskolite’s core values of Integrity and Improvement. Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesRemove and Handle Plastic: Safely remove extruded plastic from the extrusion line, ensuring parts are handled without damage or contamination. Stack Material: Neatly stack finished parts onto pallets, aligning them properly to maintain product integrity and support efficient packaging. Inspect for Quality: Perform visual checks for defects such as scratches, contamination, or dimensional issues, and communicate issues to the Extrusion Lead or supervisor. Assist in Packaging: Support the packaging process by placing interleaving materials (if applicable), banding and wrapping pallets, and applying correct labels. Maintain Work Area: Keep extrusion and packaging areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards in alignment with safety protocols. Properly handles nonconforming materials. All other duties as assignedQualificationsEducation and Experience:High school graduate or GED preferred0-1 years of work experience Basic Math Skills, requiredAvailable BenefitsSign-On BonusHealth Insurance401(k) and Employer ContributionPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployee Discount ProgramTuition ReimbursementVoluntary Life InsuranceAbout PlaskolitePLASKOLITE is a global leader in manufacturing of engineering thermoplastics, including Acrylic, Polycarbonate, ABS, Olefin and PETG Sheet, Extruded Profiles and PMMA Polymers. Founded in 1950, by Donald Dunn and family, PLASKOLITE has a reputation for providing the highest quality products in the industry. Our innovative thermoplastic solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including glazing, safety shields, lighting, signs and point-of-purchase displays. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities throughout North America and Europe, Plaskolite delivers superior thermoplastic sheet, profiles, and polymers to the world through long-lasting customer relationships and hands-on customer service.PLASKOLITE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. If requested, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals where appropriate to allow the ++individual to perform the essential functions of the job, so long as doing so does not create an undue hardship on the business.