Extrusion Operator I - 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.•Reed City, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Extrusion Press Team members are cross trained in a variety of roles including Die Setter, Stretcher, Saw Operator and Saw Tail Operator. The Extrusion Press Crew works as a team to produce quality products at the maximum rate. The Extrusion Press Crew ensures all sales orders are extruded per schedule. The Extrusion Press team wears required PPE: safety glasses, steel toe shoes, heat/cut restive gloves, ear plugs, and hard hats. In addition, the Die Setter wears high-temperature/cut-resistant protective sleeves. The team works safely to ensure that employees do not incur bodily harm. The team uses care and respect to ensure that tooling, equipment and/or property is not damaged. The team works together to keep the extrusion area clean. All Press Team members are cross trained to perform these job functions. All Press Team Members are responsible for following documented procedures as well as producing and ensuring product meets or exceeds established product specifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
Ability to frequently bend, lift, push, pull, and twist while carrying product.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repetitively.
Must be able to read a tape measure accurately.
Must be able to read work instructions.
Must be able to demonstrate basic math skills.
Must have basic computer skills.
Must be able to use small hand tools, including hammers, screw drivers, etc.
Must be able to read micrometers and calipers.
Must have demonstrated excellent attendance.
Crane operations training
Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Die Setter Efficiently make die changes to maximize extrusion time and minimize heat loss.
Ensure tooling is proper temperature prior to extruding.
Double-check all die set-ups to ensure tooling and clearance not to “plug.”
Pre-stage and prepare tooling set-ups, when possible, for efficiency and to minimize mistakes.
Stretcher Advance extrusions after production onto the run-out table to specifications Stretch extrusions to tolerances, utilizing pre-established dimensions.
Using HMI computer program, measure extrusion dimensions and document the results.
Adjust HMI program when extrusions are out of tolerance.
Perform “Checks” and document results during stretching process to ensure extrusions have quality form and finish.
Saw Operator Cut extrusions to correct length per sales order.
Double-check cut length settings to ensure accuracy.
Transfer cut material to cradles without damage following the packing diagrams.
Act as a quality check and inform Supervisor if non-conforming extrusions (scratches, die lines, incomplete stretches, etc.) are detected.
Inform Supervisor and Press Operator about any material shortages.
Perform required documentation within EPICS and on log sheets to accurately record performance against the production schedule.
Transfer product to ovens Saw Tail Operator Scrap extra material Assist the Saw Operator to transfer cut material to cradles without damage.
Act as a quality check and inform Supervisor if non-conforming extrusions (scratches, die lines, incomplete stretches, quantity, etc.) are detected.
Record Go/No Go gauges readings

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression