Extrusion Technician - 3rd Shift

Salary Range: $23/hr

About Lubrizol
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

Join our Thriving Team as an Extrusion Technician!

Step into a pivotal role within our manufacturing operations as an Extrusion Technician II on the 3rd shift, where you'll leverage your expanding expertise to enhance production efficiency during overnight hours. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to deepen their technical skills in extrusion processes while contributing actively to a quality-driven and safety-conscious production environment. If you are motivated to advance your technical skills and make a significant impact within a respected manufacturing organization, we invite you to apply. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where all team members are empowered to succeed and grow

What You'll Do:

As an Extrusion Technician, you will take a hands-on approach to operating and optimizing extrusion equipment critical to our manufacturing output throughout the overnight shift. Your role will encompass advanced monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks, ensuring machinery operates at peak performance. Collaboration with maintenance teams and continuous engagement in process improvement initiatives will be fundamental in exceeding production targets and upholding stringent quality standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Expertly operate and fine-tune extrusion machinery following detailed standard operating procedures and industry best practices to ensure consistent, high-quality product output.
• Perform comprehensive inspections and diagnostic assessments of equipment, promptly addressing any deviations to prevent disruptions and support continuous operation.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts by identifying mechanical or operational issues and coordinate with maintenance specialists for swift and effective resolution.
• Conduct a range of tests—including shrink, tensile, peel, burst, and microview inspections—to thoroughly evaluate product dimensions.

• Maintain comprehensive and precise production documentation by accurately matching all materials and weights related to each work order, diligently recording output data in QAD, and promptly reporting any deviations or concerns to the supervisor.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks to sustain equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Champion workplace safety by strictly adhering to company safety policies and promoting safe practices across the 3rd shift team.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to support continuous improvement initiatives and consistently achieve or exceed production targets without compromising safety or quality.

Skills that Make a Difference:

• High school diploma or equivalent educational credential required.
• 2+ years of experience as an plastic extrusion technician.
• Demonstrated capability to quickly acquire technical knowledge and apply problem-solving skills effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with a methodical approach to equipment monitoring and maintenance activities.
• Ability to adapt to night shift schedules and contribute positively within a team-oriented workplace culture.
• Strong commitment to upholding safety standards and fostering an environment where safety is paramount.
• Excellent communication skills, dependability, and a proactive attitude toward work responsibilities.

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together!

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers and communities.

We work with a relentless commitment to operate safely and responsibly, keeping safety, sustainability, ethics, and compliance at the forefront of everything we do. The well-being of our employees, customers and communities is paramount to our culture and in the way we approach our work.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today.

More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic.

Nearest Major Market: Corona
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
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