Operator

Extruder Operator – Full‑Time

Manufacturing | Climate‑Controlled Facility | Career Growth

Take the Next Step in Your Extrusion Career

Are you an experienced Extruder Operator looking for stability, growth, and a clean, modern work environment? Join a high‑volume manufacturing team where your skills in extrusion and plastics processing are valued. This role offers consistent work, advancement opportunities, and a climate‑controlled facility—a great next step for operators who want more than just a job.

What You’ll Do

As an Extruder Operator, you’ll play a key role in keeping production running efficiently and producing high‑quality products.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust extrusion lines to maintain consistent quality and output
• Set up machines according to production specifications, including temperatures, tooling, and material changes
• Perform routine inspections, make adjustments, and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues
• Complete accurate production, quality, and process documentation
• Follow all safety, GMP, and manufacturing standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to meet daily goals

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–2+ years as an Extruder Operator or Machine Operator in plastics, polymer, rubber, or industrial manufacturing
• Technical Skills: Ability to read work instructions and use measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, gauges)
• Quality‑Driven: Strong attention to detail with experience performing inspections and basic troubleshooting
• Physical Ability: Comfortable standing, lifting, and working in a production environment
• Team‑Oriented: Reliable, safety‑focused, and motivated to improve processes

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Stable, Full‑Time Work: Consistent schedules with overtime opportunities
• Climate‑Controlled Facility: Clean, safe, and well‑organized environment
• Career Advancement: Clear paths into Lead Operator, Machine Technician, or Production Supervisor roles
• Supportive Culture: Hands‑on training, collaborative teams, and leadership that respects your experience

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an experienced Extruder Operator looking for long‑term stability, career growth, and a company that values your skills, we want to hear from you.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.