Extrusion Machine Operator – Night Shift

Company Overview: Magnera Corporation

Magnera is a global leader with a 160-year legacy of delivering advanced material solutions. Formed by bringing together industry-scale legacy companies, Magnera focuses on resilience and innovation to solve complex problems for partners worldwide. We are seeking a dedicated Extrusion Machine Operator to join our Nashville facility and help us build material solutions that withstand an ever-changing world.

Core Responsibilities & Technical Operations

• Machine Operation: Running high-precision extrusion equipment to produce materials within strict customer specifications.

• Quality Assurance: Performing regular quality checks, making critical decisions on material rejection or shipment, and using advanced camera systems and in-line monitors.

• Documentation & Compliance: Maintaining accurate Event Logs for downtime and corrective measures, and ensuring daily production paperwork follows GMP and 5S guidelines.

• Maintenance Collaboration: Working with maintenance technicians to complete minor and preventative maintenance on machines to minimize downtime.

• Safety & Continuous Improvement: Adhering to all safety protocols and participating in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities.

  Work Schedule: The 2-2-3 Night Shift

  • Hours: 4:45 PM to 4:45 AM.

  • Rotation: Following a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on), which provides a balanced long-term work-life routine despite the 12-hour shifts.

  Required Qualifications

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.

  • Technical Skills: Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude to manage complex machinery and quality data.

  • Experience: Must have previous manufacturing experience and a proven safety record.

  • Soft Skills: Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a team environment.

  Magnera’s Operational Standards

  The facility operates under strict Lean Manufacturing principles to ensure maximum output and housekeeping standards.

  Total Rewards & Culture

  • Environment: A stable, legacy-driven company that values personal partnerships and employee safety.

  • Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with shift differentials for the night shift.

  • Career Growth: Opportunities to work with cutting-edge material technology and participate in plant-wide goal setting.