Extrusion Manager

Role details

JOB TITLE: Extrusion Manager REPORTS TO: Plant Manager

DEPARTMENT: Operations

LOCATION: Zanesville, OH PAY RANGE: $75K - $90K - Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications PAY/WAGE TYPE: Salaried | Exempt WORK HOURS: Full-time Mon-Fri 4 pm-Midnight LIMITED-TIME $3,000 BONUS OPPORTUNITY! Start your career with us and earn up to $3,000 in bonus opportunities! $2,000 Standard Retention Bonus

• $1,000 paid after 6 months of employment
• $1,000 paid after 12 months of employment

PLUS — Earn an Additional $1,000!

• Maintain perfect attendance during your first 90 days and earn an additional $1,000 Perfect Attendance Bonus.

Total Bonus Opportunity: Up to $3,000 *Limited-time offer. Available for select positions. Bonus eligibility and payment are subject to applicable terms and conditions.*

Job Summary

The Extrusion Manager is responsible for leading and directing all extrusion production operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of PLASKOLITE products. This role oversees multiple shifts and teams, ensuring that production goals align with company standards for safety, quality, cost, and delivery. The Extrusion Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the department, focusing on process optimization, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position plays a key role in coordinating resources across Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Scheduling to achieve organizational objectives. The Extrusion Manager is expected to demonstrate strong technical knowledge of extrusion processes, sound decision-making, and effective leadership to drive operational excellence and sustain PLASKOLITE’s commitment to world-class manufacturing.

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 Tasks And Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the extrusion department, managing multiple production lines and shifts. Establish clear goals, priorities, and expectations that support company objectives.
• Ensure production targets for output, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction are consistently met or exceeded. Review performance metrics daily and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring adherence to PLASKOLITE’s safety policies and all regulatory standards. Lead safety initiatives, conduct audits, and ensure all incidents and near misses are promptly investigated and resolved.
• Maintain accountability for product quality by enforcing quality control procedures, reviewing data trends, and collaborating with the Quality department to resolve issues and implement improvements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve equipment reliability. Lead Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives within the extrusion area.
• Recruit, train, and develop extrusion supervisors, leads, and technicians. Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback to build a high-performing team. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Manage labor, materials, and equipment resources to optimize department efficiency. Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to ensure equipment uptime and support capital project planning and execution.
• Work closely with other departments—such as Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Scheduling, and Supply Chain—to ensure smooth operations and alignment with production requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including throughput, yield, downtime, scrap, and labor utilization. Prepare and present reports to senior management, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to long-term production strategies, including capacity planning, equipment upgrades, and technology implementation to support growth and efficiency objectives.
• Model PLASKOLITE’s values and promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and excellence. Encourage employee engagement and recognition while maintaining discipline and performance standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or GED preferred
• 5 – 7 years of Manufacturing, Management Experience
• Basic math and computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills and Competencies

• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Communication
• Quality Orientation
• Teamwork
• Technical Expertise and Usage

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Communicate team objectives and individual goals that align with department and company priorities. Ensure team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that encourages accountability, innovation, and open communication.
• Oversee the work of assigned employees to ensure tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality and operational standards.
• Observe employee performance and behavior throughout the workday and deliver timely, constructive feedback to reinforce expectations, correct issues, and recognize achievements.
• Offer coaching, mentorship, and resources to help employees build skills, overcome challenges, and grow in their roles.
• Maintain regular check-ins with individual team members to review progress, address concerns, and provide continuous support.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and engagement. Keep detailed records of performance conversations, coaching moments, and milestones for formal evaluations.
• Identify and manage underperformance or policy violations with professionalism, using corrective action plans when necessary.

Available Benefits

• Retention Bonus
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) and Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Life Insurance

About Plaskolite

PLASKOLITE 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.*