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Founded in 1954 in Los Angeles, CA, IPS began by producing clear cements for laminating acrylic sheet for aircraft canopies. We were first to produce reliable cement for use with PVC, CPVC, and ABS pipe and fittings, and first to introduce plastic recessed washing machine and ice maker outlet boxes. Since then, we have expanded our offering to more than 10,000+ products and solutions across multiple fast-growth industries such as residential and commercial construction, irrigation, pool & spa, marine or industrial manufacturing.\nToday our industry leading products are proudly manufactured at facilities throughout the world and available through a nationwide network of customer-focused distributors. We offer premium brands, world-class customer service, seamless processes, and a global supply chain. IPS, through its three operating companies, operates 13 manufacturing plants in the US, Europe and China supporting sales to over 85 countries.\nIPS Corporation is a portfolio company that is part of Centerbridge Partners. Centerbridge Partners, L.P. is a private investment management firm employing a flexible approach across investment disciplines - private equity, private credit and real estate - in an effort to develop the most attractive opportunities for its investors. The Firm was founded in 2005 and has approximately $36 billion in capital under management with offices in New York and London. Centerbridge is dedicated to partnering with world-class management teams across targeted industry sectors and geographies. For more information, please visit www.centerbridge.com.\nAbout the Role:\nThe Sr. Plastic Extrusion Technician operates, monitors, and maintains plastic extrusion equipment to produce high-quality plastic profiles, tubing, pipe, sheet, or other extruded products. This hands-on role ensures consistent product quality, efficient production, and adherence to safety and process standards in a manufacturing environment.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nMonitor and optimize extrusion processes, including melt temperature, screw speed, haul-off speed, cooling, and dimensional control.\nTroubleshoot common extrusion issues such as dimensional variations, surface defects, melt fracture, surging, and die swell. Set up, start up, operate, and shut down single-screw or twin-screw extruders and related downstream equipment (pullers, cutters, coolers, winders, etc.).\nPerform material handling: load raw materials (pellets, regrind, additives), blend formulations as required, and manage material changes or purges.\nConduct in-process quality checks (dimensions, appearance, weight, wall thickness, ovality) using calipers, micrometers, laser gauges, or other measurement tools.\nTroubleshoot common extrusion issues (surging, die lines, contamination, dimensional variation, melt fracture) and take corrective action or escalate as needed.\nPerform routine preventive maintenance, die and tooling changes, screen pack changes, and basic equipment cleaning.\nFollow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and proper handling of hot equipment and materials.\nAccurately complete production logs, quality records, and shift reports.\nAssist with process optimization, scrap reduction, and continuous improvement efforts.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S or similar standards.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or associate degree in plastics, manufacturing, or related field preferred.\n2-4+ years of hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion equipment (profile, pipe, tubing, sheet, or film preferred).\nKnowledge of extrusion process principles, temperature control, and material behavior of common resins (PVC, PE, PP, ABS, etc.).\nAbility to read and interpret process sheets, work instructions, and basic technical drawings.\nMechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools, measurement instruments, and basic troubleshooting techniques.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a production team.\nWillingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends as production demands require.\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.\nProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic ERP/MRP systems.\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with specific extrusion processes relevant to the company’s products (e.g., pipe, profile, medical tubing, or co-extrusion).\nFamiliarity with statistical process control (SPC), quality systems, or ISO standards.\nBasic understanding of plastics material science or prior experience with material formulation/blending.\nForklift or powered industrial truck certification.\nBilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.\nPhysical Requirements\nManufacturing floor environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving equipment.\nRequires standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting.\nStrict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.\nWillingness to work flexible shifts, including overtime, nights, and weekends when required.\nHourly Range: $27.00 - 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