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Extrusion Operator

Sealed Air · Louisville, KYtoday
$48k – $51k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $51k (277 that show pay).

Operate extrusion lines, adjusting extruder speed, temperatures, pressures and winder speeds to maintain material quality

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Might not be for you. Night shift on a 2/2/3 rotating schedule with frequent standing and lifting over 30 lbs.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleExtrusion Operators... continual adjustments of gauges that control extruder speed, temperatures, pressures, and winder speeds

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Packaging
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Rotating shifts
Benefits
tuition reimbursement

Role details

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact.

That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com .

Job Description Shift: Night Schedule: 11 PM to 7 PM; 2/2/3 rotating schedule Pay: $23.00 Shift differential: $1.75 Position Summary: Extrusion Operators are responsible for maintaining the quality of material being produced by continual adjustments of gauges that control extruder speed, temperatures, pressures, and winder speeds.

Essential Duties

and Responsibilities: Create and distribute all production job packets for all presses. Review all production orders for completion and accuracy, and ensure all orders are balanced with respect to production hours. Proficient in SAP using several functions to track performance rates and yields. Proficient in Excel to create trend charts for Production metrics Track Safety engagements and update Safety charts monthly Qualifications Qualifications 1 year of manufacturing experience Forklift experience Must know process equipment, tooling, and procedures to set up, operate, and maintain equipment/work area in a safe, productive manner.

Basic math, reading, mechanical, and analytical skills are required. High awareness of safety and ability to analyze and solve production facility problems. Frequent standing, walking, and bending. Pushing, pulling, lifting weights over 30 lbs. Eye/hand coordination.

Previous experience with SAP Preferred Benefits and Perks 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid elder care Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Requisition id: 56867 Relocation: No Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms.

Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. *Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number.

If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [email protected]. LINK1 MON1

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What is the salary for the Extrusion Operator role at Sealed Air?

The listed annual base salary range is $48K–$51K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Extrusion Operator role at Sealed Air based?

This role is based in Louisville, KY.

What degree is required for the Extrusion Operator role at Sealed Air?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Extrusion Operator role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.