Extrusion operator, Kaiwhakamahi mīhini uaki
Also known as
- Extruding machine operator, extruder operator, plastics technician, thermoforming machine operator, production machine operator
Extrusion operators use extrusion machines to turn plastic, metal and other materials into processed shapes and forms.
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$51K to $82K
Most common
$110K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Extrusion operators
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours or shifts
- usually work in factories, workshops and manufacturing plants
- may work in noisy conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.
- Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
- Determine production equipment settings.
- Select production equipment according to product specifications.
- Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
- Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
- Package products for storage or shipment.
- Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
- Clean work areas.
- Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.
You usually learn on the job to become an extrusion operator and experience or a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 2) OR a New Zealand Certificate in Plastics Processing (Level 3) OR a New Zealand Certificate in Manufacturing (Level 3)
- to do an apprenticeship and get a New Zealand Certificate in Plastics Processing (Level 4)
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence with a forklift (F) endorsement
- to pass a drug test
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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