Extrusion Manager Packaging Rochester NY

Overview

Extrusion Manager - Packaging - Base Salary to 130k/year - Rochester, NY

Our family-owned client has over 120 years in business and is a leader in the flexible packaging industry. They serve a wide range of clients in flexographic, rotogravure, digital printing, multi-ply extrusion, lamination of film, paper, and foil, as well as pouch and bag fabrication. They operate six facilities across the Midwest and Northeast with state-of-the-art equipment.

The Extrusion Manager will lead the employees and equipment in the Extrusion Department to maintain continuous improvement in safety, quality, waste, and productivity. The role also provides back-up support to the Plant Manager during vacations or absences and may assist with broader plant-wide resource needs. The Extrusion Manager will directly supervise Manufacturing Supervisors and Process Engineers.

• Investigate safety incidents, quality defects (internal and customer), and productivity losses. Identify true root causes (People, Materials, Machine, Methods) and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Communicate performance, priorities, and department objectives through one-on-one conversations, small-group discussions, and department meetings to strengthen teamwork and alignment.
• Review upcoming production schedules and advise on optimal order sequencing through the extruders to maximize setups, throughput, and overall efficiency.
• Evaluate employee performance, crew alignment, and skill levels. Provide coaching and training, recognize high performers, and administer disciplinary action when necessary.
• Identify maintenance needs and coordinate with production scheduling and maintenance teams to ensure timely and effective repairs.
• Partner with engineering to determine short- and long-term capital improvements. Prepare justification documents for capital funding requests.
• Monitor all purchased supplies, assess usage, and seek cost-effective or higher-value alternatives.
• Lead and support daily operational activities, short-term improvement teams, and long-term committees to drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all departmental processes.

• GED or High School Diploma
• 3+ years of Extrusion Department Leadership experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Base salary up to $130,000 per year
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Seniority Bonus Opportunities
• Holiday Bonus
• Profit Sharing
• 401k Match
• Dental & Vision 100% covered
• 3 Medical Insurance Plans to choose from