Machine Operator - Extrusion

Overview

Join our fast-paced production team located in the Tulsa Port of Catoosa, as a full-time Machine Operator. This role starts at $20 per hour (Weekly Pay!) and gives you the chance to make an immediate impact on our operations. You’ll set up machines for scheduled orders, run equipment safely and efficiently to hit production, quality, and waste goals, and troubleshoot issues to keep lines running at peak performance.

• Operate machine within standard production targets and waste limits.
• Perform troubleshooting of equipment and make adjustments.
• Ensure the quality of the products by identifying film issues.
• Track and record production, waste, and material usage.
• Assist maintenance with machine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure day-to-day operation of the machine aligns with the Quality System policies and procedures.
• Support and maintain Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, including machine center cleaning schedules, checklists, and audits.
• Contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, and by reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

• Manufacturing environment.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Possible exposure to dust, high noise levels, solvent fumes, and medium heat.
• Ability to stand for long periods; frequent bending, twisting, and movement.
• Flexibility to include shift changes and overtime; 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required.

• High school Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Previous experience in Production or Manufacturing.
• Ability to read a measuring tape.
• Ability to read, write, and understand simple and concise instructions.
• Intermediate use of required gaging instruments and the application of such instruments.
• Regular predictable and reliable attendance.

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match.
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more.
• Career development opportunities.
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Category:
Operations/Production/Manufacturing

About the company

Gelpac