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2nd Shift Extrusion Line Lead (Monday-Friday 3:00 pm-11:00 pm)

Solesis · solesis.com
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Extrusion line lead for medical polymer manufacturing, second shift.

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Found
32 d ago · posted 2026-09-24
Location
Apex, NC

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Who we are: Polyzen is a leading developer and manufacturer of customized polymer-based materials, films, components, and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our range of materials and processing technologies allow us to provide optimum solutions for innovation-driven companies, ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups to major medical device manufacturers. From prototype development through full-scale production, we take pride in our quality, technical expertise, and customer service, and we strive to provide the best value throughout the product life cycle. 2nd shift Monday-Friday 3:00 pm-11:00 pm About the role: The Extrusion Line Lead is responsible for ensuring that the extrusion line runs efficiently resulting in high-quality products. This role is a key contributor to the team's continuous improvement efforts in achieving monthly production metrics and in safety, quality, sustainability, and production costs. What you will do: • Lead and perform machine setups, production, and development runs to hit desired product specifications without direct oversight from supervision. • Troubleshoot and complete general maintenance of extrusion equipment. • Ability to assemble and disassemble extruders for cleaning, and/or job changes that require different tooling with a new setup • Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) when completing daily tasks. • Use production travelers and other documentation to identify and confirm raw material accuracy prior to starting manufacturing runs. • Mix, blend, dry, and transfer raw materials per product specifications. • Comply and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure all quality documentation is completed correctly. • Perform inspection of final products to ensure that senior extrusion operators are completing operational reviews in a timely manner. • Train junior-level extrusion operators and act as the subject matter expert (SME) for all things extrusion. • Act in a supervisory manner when Extrusion management is not present by leading shift meetings, executing the daily production schedule and assigning job duties to extrusion team. Who you are: • High school Diploma or equivalent required • Seven (7) to Eight (8) years of experience in manufacturing, machine operations, or a cleanroom environment • Ability to solve mathematical equations that include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of all units of measure • Effective communication and collaboration amongst co-workers and cross-functional teams. • Read, interpret, and utilize complex drawings, diagrams, and blueprints. • Proficiency in operating hand tools or power equipment. • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite • Must possess a valid state driver's license. Perks / Benefits: • Generous Paid Time Off • Paid Breaks • Annual Bonus • 401(K) with excellent company match • Health Insurance with multiple plans to choose form • Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability

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