Extrusion Assistant Press Operator 2nd Shift

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

2nd Shift: 3pm-11pm

Base Pay: $16-$17 per hour plus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operating extrusion press in a safe manner according to Alenco/PlyGem rules and regulations

Should have exemplarily attendance record

Should be able to communicate in the English language

Observes all material being extruded for quality issues or defects

Selects correct size billet for order and communicates this information to forklift operator

Checks die boxes at beginning, and periodically throughout shift to ensure that correct dies are set up for press orders

Communicates well with die shop personnel and Supervisor any issues that may cause quality defects in extruded material

Is constantly operating extrusion press in the most efficient manner possible

Sets up required die for order in press in a timely and efficient manner

Ensures that billet heater is set at correct temperature

Ensures that die boxes are set at correct temperature

Ensures that press is operating at correct temperature

Ensures that press is operating at correct pressure

Ensures that correct amount of material is extruded to fill order

Keeps accurate count of billets used for order and shift totals

Records correct extrusion time for all orders

Ensures that press is operating properly and reports any issues to Supervisor on duty and to maintenance

Checks extrusion for die lines and obvious dimension issues

Sets runout to correct length to minimize scrap

Performs table cuts in most efficient manner possible

Sets correct speed for extrusion for maximum efficiency and quality

Records any issues onto chart for review at end of shift (I.E. breakdowns, exceedingly long die changes, etc)

Has basic mathematical skills and with use of calculator

Performs housekeeping duties in area when time allows and at end of shift

Wears proper PPE at all times

Ensures that tail stretcher is cutting proper amount prior to stretching to minimize scrap

Performs efficiency checks on any order over 4,000 lbs or at any time requested by Supervisor

Observes everyone in press area for proper safety procedures (I.E. standing in pinch points, near heated surfaces)

May assist Maintenance with repairs to extrusion presses

Should be proficient in all areas of extrusion process (I.E. Stretching, Saw, etc)

Checks material after cooling and stretching to ensure quality

Assists in the development of procedures for running new dies

Assists with tests of new dies are reports any findings