Extrusion Machine Operators & Assistants

Company: ProAmpac
Location: Hartford
Posted on: January 7, 2026

Job Description:

Hiring Experienced and Entry Level Blown Film Extrusion Operators | $2000 Hire Bonus! A Place to Build Your Future learning and be Part of a Fast Paced, Safety Oriented, Growing and Stable Industry! Come hone your craft on unique state of the art machinery! If you are a Blown Film Extruder Operator looking for a new opportunity with a leading packaging company or you’re new to the industry but have previous machine operating experience and a drive to learn niche skill, ProAmpac is looking for you to join our team! ProAmpac is one of the leading global flexible packaging companies. We are an essential employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING blown film extrusion machine operators and assistants at our Hartford, WI. facility! Our pay and benefits are competitive along with 11 paid holidays and a great wellness program. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your manufacturing experience and learn valuable niche skills that are in high demand, plus earn great pay and outstanding benefits! The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you. Outstanding Benefits: Competitive wages & promotions from within Attendance bonuses | Production bonuses |Hiring Bonus |Referral Bonuses Clean and air-conditioned environment 11 paid holidays Excellent paid time off Full Benefits including: Medical| Dental | Vision Employee paid life insurance 401k Match (matching 45% of your contributions up to 8% of your wage) Wellness program Positive encouraging team focused culture Open Shift types: Overnight: B Shift | Monday - Wednesday (and every other Sunday) | 6pm - 6am Overnight: D Shift | Thursday-Saturday (and every other Sunday) | 6pm-6am Wage (based on experience): Assistant wages range from $19 - $21/hour Experienced operator wages range from $22 - $30/hour $4/hr shift premium for D shift $2/hr shift premium for B shift Who We are Looking for: Rock Start Reliability: Looking for candidates that are reliable and have a team-oriented work ethic Hunger to learn: drive to learn a niche machine in the packaging industry and grow from within Previous experience: In manufacturing is ideal. Experience operating Blown Film Extruders which includes understanding how the resin structure works, how to run extruders and prepare for both change overs and cleaning of the dies is a huge plus and will warrant a higher wage Willingness and ability to work 12 hour shifts. Major Job Function: The Extrusion Line Operator controls and monitors the film production (roll stock of film/plastic) of his or her designated line(s). Oversees the quality, house-keeping, and safety of the designated extrusion line(s). Maintains clear communication with all Plant Departments in an effort to produce quality base film. To perform the job successfully an individual must be able to execute the following tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Requirements Prior manufacturing experience Prior Industry Experience is a plus Prior experience working as a blown film extruder operator is required for the operator role, assistant roles we are willing to train Understanding of basic math Able to read a tape measure and understand basic measurements Able to lift up to 50lbs Able to work 12 hour shift with overtime as needed Does this sound like you? We would love to hear from you. New to ProAmpac: Please apply at careers.proampac.com | Search: Hartford, WI Current Employees: Log-into your UKG Account through a web browser and go to My company and view opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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