Medical Tube Extrusion Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Extrusion Technician I is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining polymer extrusion lines used in the production of complex and custom medical-grade tubing for both production and R&D purposes. This role is critical to ensuring products meet exact specifications, regulatory requirements, and delivery timelines. The position involves technical learning, hands-on operation, and collaboration across teams to support high-quality, consistent manufacturing outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and tear down extrusion equipment, including extruders, dryers, water tanks, pullers, puller / cutters, conveyors, winders, crossheads, and air injectors.
• Work closely with production and R&D personnel to ensure extruded tubing meets specifications, making process adjustments as needed.
• Monitor and maintain extrusion line parameters, adjusting in real time to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and ensure proper workflow.
• Manage and handle raw materials to ensure traceability, prevent contamination, and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, laser gauges) to verify dimensional compliance.
• Generate and maintain accurate production documentation for lot traceability and reproducibility.
• Follow established GMP, safety, and cleanliness standards to maintain an organized work environment.
• Complete extrusion runs on schedule to meet production and R&D deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Technical Knowledge to Acquire :

Qualifications : Required :

Preferred :

Work Environment : This position requires standing, walking, and repetitive tasks for extended periods in a manufacturing environment. Safety glasses, gloves, and other PPE are required.