2nd Shift Extrusion Furnace Operator

Pries Enterprises Inc • Independence, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pries is looking for an Extrusion Furnace Operator to join their team in a key production role supporting die setup and press operations. This is a great opportunity to start or grow a career in manufacturing with a company that values reliability, safety, and teamwork. The role involves performing die setup, operating an overhead crane, verifying tool stacks, preparing and staging dies, assisting press operators, running the press during breaks, pulling random samples, and processing dies after extrusion runs. The operator will also place dies into cleaning and repair areas and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to all company safety policies and reporting unsafe conditions. Consistent and reliable attendance is also expected.

Requirements

• No previous experience required – training provided
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Dependable with a strong attendance record
• Safety-minded with good communication skills
• Metatarsal-guarded steel-toe boots required

Responsibilities

• Perform die setup according to production schedule and specifications
• Operate an overhead crane to move, stage, and organize dies safely
• Verify tool stacks for correct sizing and configuration
• Properly prepare and stage dies in designated ready areas
• Assist press operators during setup and changeovers
• Support production by occasionally running the press during operator breaks
• Pull random samples as requested for quality verification by Team Leaders
• Break down and process dies after extrusion runs
• Place dies into caustic cleaning and repair areas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety policies and immediately report unsafe conditions
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Attendance Bonuses
• Flexible Health & Childcare Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation Days
• Holiday Pay
• Company Apparel
• Continued Education Opportunities
• Bonus Opportunities
• PPE reimbursement available ($150)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed