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Lead Production Technician

W3Global · Piscataway, NJ3d agoverified 9 h ago

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $53k (149 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Supervise blown film extrusion production lines and lead hourly production staff.

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Might not be for you. Supervisory role focused on people, safety, and shift operations rather than hands-on R&D.

Mostly at the benchManages peopleFast-paced BS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials role1+ year of experience in blown film extrusion; hands-on experience with extrusion equipment such as blowers, dies, chillers

Seniority
Manager
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Packaging
Role
Manufacturing / Production

Role details

Our client is seeking a

Production Supervisor / Extrusion Lead

to oversee daily manufacturing operations and ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and meets quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone with experience in blown film extrusion, plastics manufacturing, or a similar production environment .

Lead Technicians, Lead Operators, Extrusion Leads, and experienced Extrusion Operators with strong blown film experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily production operations, production lines, and hourly employees.
  • Lead, train, coach, and schedule production staff.
  • Monitor production output, quality, efficiency, and production targets.
  • Ensure employees follow safety procedures, company policies, GMP standards, and PPE requirements.
  • Investigate workplace accidents and assist with injury reporting and corrective actions.
  • Work closely with Maintenance to troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs.
  • Monitor extrusion equipment and production processes to ensure proper operation.
  • Maintain production, quality, safety, and compliance records.
  • Prepare production reports and communicate results to management.
  • Coordinate with Transportation and other departments to support on-time product delivery.
  • Identify opportunities to improve production processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency.
  • Ensure effective communication and smooth handoffs between shifts.
  • Support troubleshooting and problem-solving on the production floor.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1+ year of experience in blown film extrusion or a similar plastics/manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of blown film extrusion processes, materials, and equipment.
  • Hands-on experience with extrusion equipment such as blowers, dies, chillers, and related systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment and production issues.
  • Knowledge of quality control, SPC, GMP, and production data.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates From These Backgrounds Are Encouraged to Apply

Production Supervisor, Production Lead, Extrusion Supervisor, Extrusion Lead, Lead Technician, Lead Operator, Shift Lead, Manufacturing Supervisor, Extrusion Technician, Blown Film Operator, and experienced Extrusion Operators.

Candidates who have strong hands-on blown film extrusion experience and have taken responsibility for

people, production, equipment, quality, or shift operations

may be considered even if their current title is not "Supervisor."

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Common questions

Does W3Global sponsor H-1B visas?

W3Global has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Lead Production Technician role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Lead Production Technician role at W3Global based?

This role is based in Piscataway, NJ.

What degree is required for the Lead Production Technician role at W3Global?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Lead Production Technician role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.