Extrusion Press Machine Operator

M-D Building Products • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating an extrusion press machine, involving the handling and inspection of materials, accurate record-keeping, and ensuring the quality of the final product. The operator will also be involved in assisting with material handling processes and understanding production documentation.

Requirements

• Work safe!
• Good hand and eye coordination.
• Count and record, as you fill a rack or skid.
• Able to stand 10-12 hours a day.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic writing skills are required in the completion of daily production records.
• Basic math skills are required in the completion of daily production reports.
• Basic verbal and non-verbal communication skills are required.
• Able to use/read a measuring tape.

Responsibilities

• Remove material from saw table(s) and stack on skids or aging racks.
• Visually inspect material for scratches, dents, deformities or defects.
• Accurately count and record the number of pieces per rack/order.
• Blow saw chips from and separate material to reduce/prevent damage.
• Operate the “dead end stretcher”.
• Assist in “de-twisting” material at the “dead end” stretcher.
• Read and understand “shop papers”.
• Perform associated duties of less or equal difficulty.
• Keep area neat and clean.
• Interact with employees in a professional manner at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED