Line Operator (TX)

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information worldwide in various markets. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality, sustainability, and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to Advance Life Around the World.

Extrusion Technician

Dura-Line, an Orbia business is hiring Extrusion Technicians to join our Gainesville, Texas Team.

At Dura-Line we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. Your work with us will help reinvent the future of cities and homes, link communities to data infrastructure, expand access to health and wellness, and create critical human connections between families and friends.

Job Description

The Extrusion Technician is critical position within our Extrusion department. The Extrusion Technician is responsible for physically operating an extrusion line in a way that ensures all products are produced free from cosmetic and physical defects and are within manufacturing tolerances.

This position is a full-time position, on-site at our extrusion plant located at:

2406 I-35 Frontage Road

Gainesville, Texas 76240

What can you expect in the Line Op.  role at Dura-Line?

• You will perform extrusion line start-ups and changeovers; monitor and troubleshoot extrusion process.
• You will adjust equipment such as gravimetric dosing system, pin, bushing, sleeve, vacuum tank, ultrasonic thickness gauge, laser outside diameter gauge, ink jet printer, puller, and coiling equipment to maintain product quality standards.
• You will monitor production run and maintain required documentation and record equipment downtime and causes.
• You will follow all safety requirements for the position and all company safety procedures.
• You will perform routine, basic maintenance on equipment.​
• You will communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.

What is in it for you? Our Amazing Benefits!

• Competitive starting hourly wage of $20.00 per hour
• Sign-on bonus of $1500 paid out in two installments ($500 after 90 days and $1000 after 180 days.)
• Work HALF of the month, having every other weekend as a 3-day weekend! (12-Hour, 2-2-3 schedule)
  • Day Shift Hours 7:45 am – 8:00 pm (2-2-3 shift rotation)
  • Night Shift Hours 7:45 pm – 8:00 am (2-2-3 shift rotation)
    • Night Shift receives an additional $3.00/hr shift dif) 
• Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
• IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits on the first day.
• 6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also?
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).
• ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.
• BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire will be paid out in two installments.
  • The first $500 payment will be after 90 days and the remaining $1,000 will be paid out after 180 days.

What does Dura-Line need from you?

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-year extrusion or manufacturing experience preferred.  
• Knowledge of PLC controlled & integrated equipment is preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to verbally communicate, read and write in the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math; ad, subtract, multiply, and divide.   
• Able to use measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.

• Your commitment to being a reliable and punctual team player. (Attendance on scheduled workdays is a must!).
• Your commitment to wearing gloves, eye protection, and steel toe boots always, and dust mask, earplugs, hard hats, and face shields as necessary.
• Maintain a safe, neat, and orderly workspace.
• Your ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, as well as the ability to push and pull pipe coils.
• Your ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise and work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
• Your ability to remain in a stationary, standing position 80-100% of the time. Must be able to squat, bend, or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.

“The compensation for this position will typically start at $20.00 an hour.  The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. ​

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

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All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screening and employment is contingent upon successful clearance of both. Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Dura-Line will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)