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Strategic Planning Manager

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$95K - $131K/yr

GM Global Pultrusion amp; Strategic Planning Location : Corporate HQ - Bridgeton, MO Job Summary ... Comfort operating in a lean organization where the role requires both strategic thinking and hands ...

Strategic Planning Manager

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

GM Global Pultrusion & Strategic Planning Location : Corporate HQ - Bridgeton, MO Job Summary: The ... Comfort operating in a lean organization where the role requires both strategic thinking and hands ...

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

... pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment. Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

Production Operator

Grand Haven, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Polyply Composites LLC is an industry leader in compression molding sheet, custom molding & pultrusion of thermoset plastics. Production Operator A machine operator is responsible for setting up ...

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

... pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment. Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

... Pultrusion molding. High school diploma or general education degree (GED). • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure ...

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

... pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment. Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

... pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment. Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for pultrusion operator in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pultrusion operator?

A Pultrusion Operator is responsible for overseeing the pultrusion process, which involves pulling raw materials like fiberglass and resin through a heated die to create continuous composite profiles. They monitor equipment, ensure quality standards, and troubleshoot production issues. The role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and adherence to safety procedures. Pultrusion Operators often work in manufacturing settings where composite materials are used in construction, automotive, and aerospace industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pultrusion operator?

To thrive as a Pultrusion Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and basic math skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with pultrusion machinery, measurement tools (like micrometers and calipers), and safety certifications such as OSHA are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication help set top performers apart in this field. These skills are important to ensure consistent product quality, safe operation, and efficient production within a manufacturing environment.

What does a typical workday look like for a pultrusion operator?

As a Pultrusion Operator, your typical day involves setting up and monitoring pultrusion lines, adjusting equipment as necessary, inspecting finished products for quality, and performing routine maintenance on the machinery. You’ll work closely with supervisors and quality control teams to ensure all production standards are met, and may collaborate with other operators to resolve technical issues. The role often involves standing for extended periods and working in shifts, including nights or weekends, depending on production needs. This hands-on position provides valuable experience in manufacturing processes and can lead to opportunities for advancement into supervisory or technical roles.

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Sr. Customer & Application Development Engineer - Pultruded Composites

Exxon Mobil

Baytown, TX • On-site

$90 - $115/hr

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Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

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Job description

Sr. Customer & Application Development Engineer - Pultruded Composites

Location: Baytown, TX, US, 77520

Company: ExxonMobil Technology and Engineering Company

What role you will play in our team

Help grow our ProxximaTM polyolefin thermoset system business. These resin formulations are based on cyclic C5 monomers and other proprietary monomers and additives. Our catalyst formulations have strong foundations in Nobel Prize‑winning technology developed by Professor Robert Grubbs and his research team. This powerful combination produces polymers that have the capability to outperform today’s thermoset composite solutions across a broad set of everyday applications such as wind turbine blades, electric vehicle parts, construction, and anticorrosion coatings.

Your role is to help prospective customers around the world convert from their existing thermoset products to ProxximaTM polyolefin thermoset systems by demonstrating cycle time, weight, and physical performance advantages on their pultrusion lines operating with injection dies.

Your office is at the Baytown Technology and Engineering Complex located in Baytown, Texas. However, you will spend time collaborating with commercial colleagues located at the ExxonMobil Campus in Spring, Texas, as well as occasionally traveling in North America and internationally to support customer trials.

What you will do
  • Assist customers in optimizing / troubleshooting their process to run ProxximaTM resins and, where needed, provide guidance on equipment upgrades.
  • Lead application development projects utilizing pultrusion equipment located in our Baytown facilities.
  • Personally run this equipment to produce samples needed for these projects and customer sampling.
  • Provide technical insights gleaned from the market to help guide new application developments.
  • Provide market insights to inform and update business strategy.
  • Develop novel technology to strengthen the portfolio of intellectual property.
  • Author technical reports and technical publications to share learnings.
  • Co‑author promotional brochures and technical data sheets highlighting performance benefits.
  • Train and mentor less experienced colleagues.
About you

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

  • 5+ year experience operating or supervising manufacturing of thermoset parts using pultrusion including injection die processing.
  • B.S. or higher in Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent.
  • Hands‑on and willing / able to set‑up and operate pultrusion lines without technician support.
  • Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
  • Proficient in use of computers and possess excellent administrative and organizational skills.
  • Good team player and self‑motivated.
We offer you

Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.

Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.

Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad‑hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer‑term programs such as leaves of absence and part‑time work.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.

Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.

Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

More information on our Company’s benefits can be found at www.exxonmobilfamily.com.

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

Job Segment: Sustainability, Wind Energy, Application Developer, Application Engineering, Energy, Research, Technology, Engineering

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