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RD Industries is a leading manufacturer of innovative closed-loop chemical containment and dispensing solutions, proudly headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. With decades of expertise and a portfolio of patented technologies, we serve customers across the globe with products designed to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. At RDI, we are committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering best-in-class solutions that protect people and the environment. Our team thrives on collaboration, accountability, and innovation - making RD Industries a place where every employee can make a meaningful impact. Summary Responsible for operating and executing scheduling needs for machines that extrude or draw out thermoplastic materials into tubes. Communicating maintenance needs to the Molding Manager. This role will include standard Extruder functions with a focus on the following: The execution of scheduled jobs on the extruder. Communicating workflow priorities with other shift team members; Executing a workflow process to ensure departmental goals are continually met; Maintaining quality and ensuring extruded products are dimensionally correct and within tolerance to meet customer needs. Work shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:15 PM. Flexible hours are not available. Essential Functions * Operate and maintain extrusion machines, selecting and replacing dies as needed. * Set up procedures and adjust controls for vacuum, air pressure, sizing, and temperature. * Monitor and synchronize extrusion speed to ensure proper operation. * Inspect products for defects and ensure conformance to specifications. * Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for accurate production. * Install, connect, test, and adjust equipment as necessary. * Handle reels, specify roll lengths and weights, and seal splices with moisture-proof covering. * Remove excess, entangled, or completed filaments from machines. * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace by following established procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Must have attention to detail and accuracy. * Demonstrate a strong work ethic, self-motivation, attention to detail, and be able to manage multiple projects. * Ability to learn technical material * Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages. Education/Experience * High School Diploma/GED * 1 - 2 years of Injection Molding preferred Competencies * Dexterity * Active Listening * Near Vision * Precise Hand Eye Coordination Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a production manufacturing warehouse. May be required to wear common (PPE) Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, and Hearing Protection. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, lift, use hands to grasp, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. * Walking 65%, Standing 20%, sitting 15% * Lifting individual boxes up to 40 pounds on a regular basis * Ascending/descending steps on a ladder or other equipment on a regular basis * Stooping to pick up parts regularly Benefits Package Includes: * Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage * 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Paid Time Off: * 2+ weeks of paid time off in your first year * 8 paid holidays * Perfect Attendance Bonuses * Employee Referral Program * PayActiv Wallet - access your earned pay on demand Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday Travel Travel is expected 0% of the time for this position. Additional Information This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. RD Industries, Inc. reserves the right to revise or assign additional responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The employee's signature below constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. AAP/EEO Statement: RD Industries is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, protected veteran's status, marital status, physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.