Thermoplastics Extrusion Line Specialist

Thermoplastics Extrusion Line Specialist

Ready to run a high-uptime extrusion line and elevate quality on every shift?

Why this role matters

Our Fredericksburg team on Jamison Lane depends on precise, reliable extrusion to meet customer demand. Your expertise keeps the line configured correctly, the product in spec, and the team informed—so safety, quality, and productivity stay on track.

Your impact

• Own line setup: translate drawings, plans, and work orders into the right tooling and configuration.
• Keep equipment humming: monitor conditions, adjust parameters, and troubleshoot issues quickly.
• Deliver quality: perform in-process checks and guide corrections to maintain consistency.
• Maximize flow: manage materials, coordinate with multifunctional teams, and follow the production schedule.
• Communicate fast: respond to shutdowns promptly and update teammates with clear information.
• Collaborate: work with maintenance to expedite repairs and with engineers/managers to build and refine SOCs and SOPs.
• Continuously improve: spot process efficiencies to reduce downtime and waste.
• Document rigorously: record production data, quality results, maintenance, and downtime events.
• Lead with safety: follow all regulations and policies; report injuries, accidents, first aid, and hazards; help identify and eliminate security risks.
• Flex as needed: responsibilities may shift based on leadership direction.

About you

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or related training preferred.
• 3+ years as an Extrusion Operator with hands-on process expertise; Davis Standard experience is advantageous.
• Deep understanding of extrusion equipment, configurations, and key parameters.
• Comfortable with basic computer-based data entry, monitoring, and communication.

Role basics

• Department: Extrusion
• Reports to: Supervisor
• Shift Schedule: Second Shift 6pm-6:30am Mon–Weds, 6pm–10:30pm Thurs
• Location: Fredericksburg plant on Jamison Lane

Physical Requirements: This position may require frequent bending, lifting, and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees should be able to perform this duty with or without reasonable accommodations.

Bingham & Taylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and strive to create an environment where all people are treated with respect and dignity. Discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics is prohibited and will not be tolerated.

Preferred proficiency

• You should be proficient in: Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills