What is an extrusion press operator and how to become one

Key steps to become an extrusion press operator

1. Explore extrusion press operator education requirements

   Most common extrusion press operator degrees

   High School Diploma

   50.0 %

   Associate

   20.0 %

   Bachelor's

   14.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific extrusion press operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Extrusion	50.71%
   Quality Checks	20.02%
   RAN	7.33%
   Production Quality	4.59%
   Aluminum Products	4.40%

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3. Complete relevant extrusion press operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New extrusion press operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an extrusion press operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real extrusion press operator resumes.

4. Research extrusion press operator duties and responsibilities

   • Manage the levels of chemicals to make sure process run correctly for making Styrofoam.
   • Operate aluminum extrusion press in a production base environment.
   • Operate a large extrusion press for a national ammunition manufacturing company.
   • Operate extruders and other machinery; used high-density polyethylene in combination with other additives to create blown film plastic.

5. Apply for extrusion press operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an extrusion press operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams